Genome editing offers a powerful tool to significantly accelerate crop-breeding programs in order to develop new and improved varieties. It allows precise modification of an organism’s DNA sequence, often by creating targeted double-strand breaks at specific locations. The CRISPR-Cas system has emerged as the preferred method of gene editing and offers a powerful technology for crop improvement. The use of CRISPR in plant research has led to significant improvements in crop performance in terms of yield, nutrition, stress tolerance and resistance against agricultural pests and diseases.
This book explores the cutting-edge field of genome editing, its applications and potential to revolutionize the genetic improvement of crops. It includes:
Foundational concepts and historical context of genome editing (GE).
Structure and mechanisms of various genome editing techniques.
Application of GE for trait improvements in plants.
Regulatory, biosafety, and ethical considerations.
This is a valuable resource for researchers in crop genetic improvement, graduate and postgraduate students in molecular biology and biotechnology programs, and professionals in the field.
About the author
Dr Muhammad N. Sattar is specialized in molecular biology and biotechnology with a focus on molecular plant virology. Prior to his current position he worked as assistant professor in molecular virology in the University of the Punjab Lahore, Pakistan. He earned his post-doctorate and his Ph D degree in molecular biology from Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Uppsala Sweden. He has supervised graduate students on topics including the application of CRISPR/Cas9 based GE against cotton leaf curl disease in cotton. Dr. Sattar has received several research project grants from multiple national and international sources during his career. He has published over 40 research papers in peer-reviewed ISI-indexed international journals, 10 book chapters with Springer, Taylor & Francis and Nova publishers.
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