| Genetics, Genomics and Breeding of Maize Contributor(s): Wusirika, Ramakrishna (Editor), Bohn, Martin (Editor), Lai, Jinsheng (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1482228122 ISBN-13: 9781482228120 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $190.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Botany - Technology & Engineering | Agriculture - Agronomy - Crop Science - Science | Life Sciences - Genetics & Genomics |
| Dewey: 633.15 |
| LCCN: 2014018304 |
| Series: Genetics, Genomics and Breeding of Crop Plants |
| Physical Information: 0.8" H x 6.1" W x 9.2" (1.27 lbs) 310 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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. |
