Advances in Plant Genomics and Epigenomics in Breeding for Yield, Quality, and Sustainability

Dear Colleagues, 

Plant genomics is a continuously evolving and expanding area of plant science research. Assisted by advanced new technologies, DNA sequencing, and characterization of plant genomes have never been more complete. Moreover, epigenomics covers an exciting research field revolving around epigenetic changes, such as DNA methylation and small RNAs, across plant genomes. All this new knowledge is extremely valuable for modern plant breeding in dissecting complex plant characters related to yield, quality, and eventually adaptation, thus facilitating breeders’ work and efficiency. Integration of genomic information in modern breeding programs will aid the development of new cultivars that fit in sustainable agriculture. This Special Issue aims to collect original papers, reviews, and short communications that report novel findings related to the discovery, exploration, characterization, and utilization of genomics and epigenomics resources in crop breeding projects. Our goal is to collect the most recent advances in this field and compile a valuable collection of papers. 

Dr. Aphrodite Tsaballa
Guest Editor

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