Genetic Regulation of Natural Product Biosynthesis in Medicinal Plants
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2026 | Viewed by 114
Special Issue Editor
Interests: genetic regulation of plant secondary metabolism; biosynthesis of medicinal compounds; functional genomics; metabolic engineering in medicinal plants
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, entitled "Genetic Regulation of Natural Product Biosynthesis in Medicinal Plants," aims to collate high-quality research and review articles that explore the molecular mechanisms governing the biosynthesis of bioactive natural products in medicinal plants. Understanding the genetic blueprint and regulatory networks behind the formation of these valuable compounds is paramount for drug discovery, sustainable production, and conservation of medicinal plant resources. We welcome original research and reviews that delve into topics including, but not limited to, the following: the identification and functional characterization of key biosynthetic pathway genes and enzymes (e.g., cytochrome P450s, methyltransferases); the role of transcription factors and non-coding RNAs in regulating pathway expression; the application of multi-omics approaches (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics) to elucidate regulatory hierarchies; the interplay between genetics, development, and environment in determining metabolite profiles; and emerging strategies in synthetic biology and metabolic engineering for the heterologous production of plant natural products. This Special Issue seeks to provide a platform for sharing cutting-edge findings that will advance our fundamental understanding and practical application of genetic principles in medicinal plant biology.
Dr. Peng Di
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- medicinal plants
- natural products
- biosynthesis
- genetic regulation
- transcription factors
- multi-omics
- metabolic engineering
- specialized metabolism
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