PJB-2025-120
DECIPHERING ABIOTIC STRESS RESPONSES IN PLANTS: TOWARDS THE IDENTIFICATION OF TOLERANCE GENES
MEAAD F. ALAIDA
Abstract
Plant systems with multiple stress tolerances have immense potential for sustained growth under challenging environmental conditions, so exploring management options to improve their performance is crucial. However, the failure to develop stress-resistant genotypes can be primarily attributed to inadequate evaluation and identification techniques, ineffective selection parameters, and a limited comprehension of stress adaptation mechanisms. This study collates and analyses the application of numerous compounds, including osmoprotectants and plant hormones, to ameliorate the adverse effects of stress in plants. As a result, it is critical to develop a thorough understanding of the physiological, genetic, and molecular variables that influence plant productivity and sustainability in the face of abiotic stress. Furthermore, using SSR-DNA marker-assisted selection techniques (MAS), it is critical to identify candidate genes and find quantitative trait loci (QTL) related to drought and heat stress tolerance. In the context of growing environmental problems, our analysis emphasizes the importance of decoding plant adaptations to environmental stress as a critical strategy for improving agricultural sustainability and maintaining food security. We hope to contribute to creating creative solutions that will allow agriculture to thrive in a changing world by summarizing current knowledge and recommending attractive research avenues.
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