Phytomycology and Molecular Biology of Plant Pathogen Interactions
Phytomycology and Molecular Biology of Plant Pathogen Interactions is a comprehensive and research-centered reference that explores the complex relationships between plants and fungal pathogens, focusing on the molecular, cellular, and biochemical mechanisms that govern disease development. Now available in Pakistan exclusively through BooksHub.pk, this book provides critical insights into how fungi infect plants, how plants defend themselves, and how these interactions shape agricultural productivity, crop resilience, and global food security.
This volume bridges the fields of mycology, plant pathology, genetics, biotechnology, and molecular plant-microbe interactions. It explains how fungal pathogens invade plant tissues, disrupt physiological pathways, and manipulate host responses for successful colonization. At the same time, it highlights the plant’s own immune systems, including signal transduction pathways, defense gene expression, secondary metabolite production, and structural barriers.
The book also discusses:
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Advances in omics technologies (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics) applied to plant-fungal interactions
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Molecular signaling molecules that mediate pathogen detection and immune activation
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Methods for isolating, identifying, and characterizing fungal pathogens
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Strategies for developing disease-resistant crops
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Applications in biotechnology and sustainable agricultural management
Written by leading international scientists, the chapters combine current research findings, experimental methodologies, conceptual models, and future perspectives, making it an essential resource for academic and applied research environments.
Perfect for MSc, MPhil, PhD scholars, agricultural research centers, biotechnology labs, plant breeders, and university faculty, this book supports both theoretical understanding and practical experimental work in plant disease biology.
✅ Key Features
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Detailed exploration of fungal infection strategies and plant immune responses
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Integrates molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and plant pathology
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Includes research applications in crop protection and biotechnology
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Covers cutting-edge omics and bioinformatics approaches
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Suitable for graduate-level study and laboratory research
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Written by recognized experts in plant-fungal interaction research
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Essential reading for improving crop disease resistance and sustainable agriculture
