Fusarium wilt: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology Book 2391)
Take control of one of the most devastating plant diseases with “Fusarium Wilt: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology, Book 2391)”, now in stock at Books Hub PK. Part of the esteemed Methods in Molecular Biology series, this volume delivers a robust suite of modern laboratory techniques for studying Fusarium species, their host interactions, and disease mechanisms—empowering researchers to advance diagnostics, breeding, and control strategies.
Fusarium wilt, caused by various Fusarium oxysporum formae speciales, poses a serious threat to global agriculture, affecting crops such as banana, tomato, cotton, legumes, and cucurbits. This book provides comprehensive protocols for researchers working to understand the molecular biology, pathogenicity, and host response related to Fusarium wilt disease.
Edited by experts in phytopathology and molecular diagnostics, this practical guide includes:
DNA/RNA extraction and qPCR-based detection of Fusarium species
Pathogenicity assays for monitoring infection and virulence
Plant-fungal interaction studies using microscopy and transcriptomics
CRISPR and gene knockout techniques for functional genomics
Isolation and characterization of effectors and virulence factors
Each chapter includes step-by-step protocols, reagent lists, data interpretation tips, and troubleshooting advice, making this volume a reliable tool for graduate students, plant pathologists, molecular biologists, and agricultural researchers alike.
Key Features:
Up-to-date methods for studying Fusarium-host interactions
Protocols for lab-based and greenhouse experiments
Tools for resistance screening and plant breeding
Covers molecular, cellular, and genetic analysis techniques
Essential for plant protection, diagnostics, and crop improvement
Whether you are working in plant pathology, biotechnology, molecular breeding, or crop protection research, this book serves as a foundational reference for tackling Fusarium wilt at the molecular level.
