Call for Chapters: Role of the Canola Genome for Plant Growth, Development, and Stress Responses

Editors

MUHAMMAD WASEEM, Hainan University, China, China

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: August 25, 2024
Full Chapters Due: October 27, 2024
Submission Date: October 27, 2024

Introduction

Canola (Brassica napus), one of the world's most significant oilseed crops, has undergone extensive genetic advancements to meet global agricultural demands. Its genome holds the key to understanding and enhancing various aspects of plant growth, development, and stress responses. The intricate interplay of genetic factors within the canola genome influences traits such as yield, disease resistance, and environmental adaptability. This book delves into the pivotal role of the canola genome, offering comprehensive insights into the genetic mechanisms that underpin the plant's development and resilience.

Objective

The primary objective of this book, "Role of the Canola Genome for Plant Growth, Development, and Stress Responses," is to provide an in-depth understanding of the genetic mechanisms that govern canola's growth, development, and ability to respond to various stresses. By offering a comprehensive analysis of the canola genome, the book aims to achieve the following specific objectives such as Deciphering the Canola Genome, Genetic Basis of Growth and Development, Stress Response Mechanisms, Applications in Breeding and Biotechnology, and Future Directions and Innovations. Through these objectives, the book seeks to provide a comprehensive and practical guide for researchers, breeders, and agricultural professionals, ultimately contributing to the sustainable cultivation and improvement of canola crops.

Target Audience

Researchers and Academics: Scientists and scholars in the fields of plant genomics, genetics, biotechnology, and agricultural sciences will find this publication invaluable for advancing their research and understanding of the canola genome. Agronomists and Breeders: Professionals involved in canola breeding and crop improvement programs will benefit from the practical applications and genomic insights presented in the publication, aiding their efforts to develop improved canola varieties. Graduate and Postgraduate Students: Students pursuing studies in plant sciences, genomics, and biotechnology will use this publication as an educational resource to enhance their knowledge and support their research projects. Biotechnology Companies: Firms engaged in agricultural biotechnology and genetic engineering will find the publication useful for identifying new opportunities and strategies for developing innovative canola-based products and solutions. Policy Makers and Agricultural Extension Workers: Individuals involved in agricultural policy and extension services will gain a deeper understanding of the scientific advancements in canola genomics, informing policy decisions and extension activities aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture. In summary, "The Canola Genome: Insights and Innovations" will be a seminal publication that not only advances scientific knowledge but also supports practical applications in canola breeding and biotechnology, benefiting a wide range of stakeholders in the agricultural community.

Recommended Topics

• Canola - We Can Have It All • Botany and Taxonomy of Canola (Brassica napus, Brassicaceae) and Its Relatives • The Main Quality and Functional Chemical Composition of Canola • Canola Genetic Resources: Diversity and Conservation • Classic Genetics and Traditional Breeding of Canola Plant • Canola Plant Genetic Transformation and Gene Function Research Techniques • Achievements and Prospects of QTL Mapping and Beneficial Gene and Allele Mining for Important Quality and Agronomic Traits in Canola Plant (Brassica napus) • Genome-Wide Association Study (GWAS) for Economically Important Traits in Canola Plant • Genome Assembly of Canola Plants (Brassica spp.) • Genomic Variation and Adaptative Evolution of Canola Plants • Canola Plant Chloroplast and Mitochondrial Genome • Transcriptomics for Canola Plants • Metabolomics of Canola Plants • Proteomics for Canola Plant • Small RNA and DNA Methylation of Canola Plants • Abiotic Resistance of Canola Plant in the Functional Genomic Era • Response and Resistance Mechanisms of Canola Plants to Biotic Stress • Development and Utilization of High-Density Genome-Wide SNP Array for Canola Plants • Canola Plant Genomic, Transcriptomic, and Metabolic Databases • Future Perspectives in the Omics Era for Canola Breeding

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before August 25, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by September 8, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters of a minimum of 10,000 words (word count includes references and related readings) are expected to be submitted by October 27, 2024, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-anonymized review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Role of the Canola Genome for Plant Growth, Development, and Stress Responses. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-anonymized peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.



Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2025.



Important Dates

August 25, 2024: Proposal Submission Deadline
September 8, 2024: Notification of Acceptance
October 27, 2024: Full Chapter Submission
December 1, 2024: Review Results Returned
December 29, 2024: Final Acceptance Notification
January 5, 2025: Final Chapter Submission



Inquiries

MUHAMMAD WASEEM
Hainan University, China
m.waseem.botanist@gmail.com



Classifications


Life Sciences
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