Plant Genetics and Genomics
A section of Genes (ISSN 2073-4425).
Section Information
The section “Plant Genetics and Genomics” aims to publish articles related to genes and genomes in plants as well as algae. We welcome submissions that focus on genes and genomes including their function, organization, and evolution, from molecular genetic characterization to population genetics and phylogenomics. We also accept submissions that apply genetic approaches in order to deal with the increasing demand of crop production or that aim to increase the nutritional/nutraceutical value of a plant.
Topics within the scope of this section include, but are not limited to:
- Mechanisms of plant gene regulation;
- Phylogenomics and evolutionary plant genetics;
- Gene silencing and miRNAs;
- Epigenetics and epigenomics;
- Chromatin organization;
- Plastid genomic studies;
- Genetic engineering for crop production.
Editorial Board
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- 15th Anniversary of Genes: Feature Papers in the “Plant Genetics and Genomics” Section (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Molecular and Genetic Mechanisms of Floral Development (Deadline: 16 January 2026)
- Genetic Studies on Cotton Stress Resistance, Quality Traits, and Drought Response Mechanisms (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- 5Gs in Crop Genetic and Genomic Improvement: 2025–2026 (Deadline: 25 January 2026)
- Genetics and Physiology of Multiple-Stress Tolerance in Plants (Deadline: 25 January 2026)
- Decoding the Plant Epigenome: Interactions Between Genomics, Transcription, and Epigenetic Regulation (Deadline: 10 February 2026)
- Genomics and Breeding of Wheat (Deadline: 15 February 2026)
- Abiotic Stress in Plant: Molecular Genetics and Genomics (Deadline: 15 February 2026)
- Genetic and Morphological Diversity in Plants (Deadline: 16 February 2026)
- Genetic and Molecular Mechanisms of Crop Resistance (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Genetics and Breeding of Tea Tree and Tea Plant (Deadline: 25 February 2026)
- Precision Genome Engineering in Plants (Deadline: 10 March 2026)
- Physiological and Molecular Mechanisms of Plant Stress Response (Deadline: 15 March 2026)
- Harnessing Multi-Omics Approaches to Unravel Plant–Microbe Interactions in Cultivated Plants: Implications for Climate Resilience and Sustainable Agriculture (Deadline: 15 March 2026)
- Advancing Crop Quality with Genomics, Genetics and Biotechnology (Deadline: 25 April 2026)
- Genetic Regulation of Plant Metabolism in Environmental Adaptation (Deadline: 15 May 2026)
- Utilizing Gene Editing to Improve Plant Breeding (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Genetic and Functional Genomics Insights into the Genetic Improvement of Stress Resistance in Economic Crops (Deadline: 25 May 2026)
- Genetic and Genomic Innovations for Developing Resilient Crops (Deadline: 25 May 2026)
- Plant Responses to Abiotic Stress: Genetics, Transcription, Noncoding RNAs, and Epigenetics (Deadline: 25 May 2026)
- Genetic and Breeding Improvement of Horticultural Crops (Deadline: 25 May 2026)
- Genetic Mechanisms of Plant Resistance to Biotic Stress (Deadline: 5 June 2026)
- Genetics and Breeding of Forage—2nd Edition (Deadline: 15 June 2026)
- Plant Genetics, Evolution, Cytogenetics and Cytogenomics for Biodiversity Conservation (Deadline: 15 June 2026)
- Research on Genetics and Breeding of Rice (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Plant Pathogenic Fungi: Molecular Systematics, Genomics and Evolution (Deadline: 25 June 2026)
- Genetic Basis and Molecular Mechanism of Plant Immunity (Deadline: 25 June 2026)
- Genetics and Genomics of Plant Reproductive Development (Deadline: 20 July 2026)
- Forage and Grass Genetics and Genomics (Deadline: 20 August 2026)
Topical Collection
Following topical collection within this section is currently open for submissions:
