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This book explores the emerging field of plant molecular farming, highlighting its potential in producing biopharmaceuticals, combating diseases, and advancing sustainable agriculture. It covers diverse topics, including plant-based biopharmaceuticals, transient expression systems, antiviral plant extracts, nanogene delivery, and the role of AI in biopharmaceutical production. With contributions from leading experts, the chapters provide in-depth insights into innovative strategies and technologies shaping this field. This book is a valuable resource for researchers, academicians, and professionals in biotechnology, agriculture, and pharmaceutical sciences, as well as policymakers and students seeking to understand the future of plant-based innovations.
List of contents
Chapter 1. Transient expression in plants.- Chapter 2. Plant-Derived Proteins and their Interactions with Microorganisms: Interactions, Applications, and Innovations.- Chapter 3. Phytochemicals as Biopharmaceuticals: Unlocking Mechanisms for Disease Prevention and Treatment.- Chapter 4. Potential of plant extracts against viruses - innovative and ecological strategy in modern agriculture and healthcare.- Chapter 5. Biopharmaceutical Production from Cell Engineering and Molecular Pharming.- Chapter 6. Biopharmaceuticals of plant origin with health importance and potential benefits for the development of modern agriculture.- Chapter 7. Orchids: A Source of Biopharmaceuticals and Their Conservation Strategies from North East.- Chapter 8. Chloroplast biogenesis in plants responding to abiotic stresses.- Chapter 9. Plant Secondary Metabolites: Impact on Human Health and Performance in Connection with Nutrigenomics.- Chapter 10. Harnessing Potential Benefits of Plant Molecular Farming for the Challenging Production of Next Generation Vaccines.- Chapter 11. Biopharmaceuticals production using plants-based viruses.- Chapter 12. Cutting-edge technologies in the production of different biopharmaceuticals.- Chapter 13. Harnessing Molecular Docking Approach for Nutraceutical Development from Plants: Current Knowledge and Emerging Paradigm.- Chapter 14. Tactical Nanogene Delivery for Plant Molecular Farming: Paving the Way for Sustainable Agriculture.- Chapter 15. Advancements in Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning to Optimize Plant Cell and Tissue Culture.- Chapter 16. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Models in Transformation of Biorefineries: Current Perspectives.- Chapter 17. Modern Approaches of Essential Oils in the Development of Botanical Pesticides.
About the author
Prof. (Dr.) Rajarshi Kumar Gaur: Prof. Rajarshi Kumar Gaur is a Professor in the Department of Biotechnology at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, India. Currently, serving as the Deputy Director General at the Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research in Lucknow, India. He holds a Ph.D. in molecular characterization of sugarcane viruses and has conducted postdoctoral research in Israel, Sweden, and Italy. His expertise lies in plant virology and disease management, and he has published over various research papers and authored few books. He is a fellow of several prestigious societies and has received awards like the UGC-Research Teacher Award and Young Scientist Award. He actively collaborates on national and international projects related to plant viruses.
Dr. Ramwant Gupta: Dr. Ramwant Gupta is an Associate Professor in the Department of Botany at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, India. He previously served at universities in South America and Fiji. Dr. Gupta earned his Ph.D. in Plant Physiology from G.B. Pant University, Uttarakhand, India and completed postdoctoral studies in New Delhi and Israel. His expertise includes photosynthesis, molecular biology, and reproductive biology of plants. He has published a few research papers, authored a book, and received awards such as the Excellent Scientist Award and Foreign Fellow Award.
Prof. Dinesh Yadav: Prof. Dinesh Yadav is a Professor of biotechnology and Director of the Research and Development Cell at DDU Gorakhpur University, India. With over 23 years of experience, he has worked on molecular biology, bioinformatics, and enzyme technology. Prof. Yadav completed his Ph.D. at G.B. Pant University, Uttarakhand, India and held a fellowship at the University of Adelaide, Australia. He has published over various research papers, filed seven patents, and guided numerous Ph.D. and MSc students. He has received several awards, including the Excellence in Teaching and Research Award and Young Scientist Award.
Prof. Benedicte Riber Albrectsen: Prof. Benedicte Riber Albrectsen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Plant Physiology at Umeå University, Sweden. She completed her education in Denmark and Sweden and held a postdoctoral fellowship in the U.S. before joining Umeå University. Her research focuses on plant physiology, ecology, and interactions with microbes. She has published extensively in high-impact journals and has been extensively cited. Prof. Albrectsen is recognized for her significant contributions to plant science and teaching.
Summary
This book explores the emerging field of plant molecular farming, highlighting its potential in producing biopharmaceuticals, combating diseases, and advancing sustainable agriculture. It covers diverse topics, including plant-based biopharmaceuticals, transient expression systems, antiviral plant extracts, nanogene delivery, and the role of AI in biopharmaceutical production. With contributions from leading experts, the chapters provide in-depth insights into innovative strategies and technologies shaping this field. This book is a valuable resource for researchers, academicians, and professionals in biotechnology, agriculture, and pharmaceutical sciences, as well as policymakers and students seeking to understand the future of plant-based innovations.
