CRISPR Crops The Future of Food Security

This book compiles the latest applications of the cutting-edge gene editing tool CRISPR/Cas in the area of crop improvement. It begins with an introduction to the technique and its application in crop plants. Next, it gives an updated overview of available delivery methods, design tools and resource...

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Other Authors: Ahmad, Aftab (Editor), Khan, Sultan Habibullah (Editor), Khan, Zulqurnain (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Singapore Springer Nature Singapore 2021, 2021
Edition:1st ed. 2021
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1. CRISPR/Cas System: An Introduction
  • Chapter 2. CRISPR/Cas Based Techniques in Plants
  • Chapter 3. Delivery Methods, Resources and Design Tools in CRISPR/Cas
  • Chapter 4. CRISPR/Cas Based Insect Resistance in Crops
  • Chapter 5. Disease Resistance in Crops Through CRISPR/Cas
  • Chapter 6. CRISPR/Cas mediated Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Crops
  • Chapter 7. Key Applications of CRISPR/Cas for Yield and Nutritional Improvement in Crop Plants
  • Chapter 8. Applications of CRISPR/Cas beyond simple traits in Crops
  • Chapter 9. Regulatory, Ethical and Social Aspects of CRISPR Crops
  • Chapter 10. Challenges and Future Perspective of CRISPR/Cas Technology for Crop Improvement