Abstract
Sequencing of the maize genome has opened up new opportunities in maize breeding, genetics and genomics research. This book highlights modern trends in development of hybrids, analysis of genetic diversity, molecular breeding, comparative and functional genomics, epigenomicsand proteomics in maize. The use of maize in biofuels, phytoremediation and pharmaceuticals is also highlighted. Current research trends, future research directions and challenges are discussed by a panel of experts from all over the world.
Original language | English (US) |
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Publisher | CRC Press |
Number of pages | 279 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781482228137 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781482228120 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2014 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Agricultural and Biological Sciences
- General Engineering
- General Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology