Plant Biotechnology for Crop Improvement
A special issue of BioTech (ISSN 2673-6284).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 35
Special Issue Editor
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
To meet the escalating demands of global food security under the constraints of climate change, innovative agricultural solutions are urgently needed. This Special Issue, titled “Plant Biotechnology for Crop Improvement,” aims to showcase high-impact research and cutting-edge advancements that leverage biotechnological tools to enhance crop productivity, resilience, and nutritional value. We seek to compile original research and insightful reviews that demonstrate the application of genome editing (e.g., CRISPR/Cas), molecular marker-assisted breeding, omics technologies, and metabolic engineering for developing next-generation crops.The scope encompasses studies on engineering resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses, improving yield and quality traits, and understanding the fundamental molecular mechanisms governing these attributes. We also welcome contributions on emerging topics like speed breeding, synthetic biology, and the development of novel transformation systems. This collection will provide a platform for disseminating breakthroughs that bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and field application, ultimately contributing to the development of sustainable agriculture. We invite the scientific community to contribute their pioneering work to this important Issue
Dr. Xuemei Zhang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- crop improvement
- genome editing
- crispr/cas (crispr/cas)
- abiotic stress tolerance
- biotic stress resistance
- molecular breeding
- omics technologies
- biofortification
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