About this Research Topic
Seed development and grain filling in crops are complex processes influenced by a variety of genetic, environmental, and metabolic factors, all of which interact to determine grain yield and quality. Genetic factors, such as the expression of specific genes and alleles, play a critical role in regulating these processes. Environmental factors such as temperature, water availability, and nutrient levels also have a significant impact. Additionally, metabolic pathways, including carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, are closely linked to grain development and filling. A comprehensive understanding of the interactions among these factors and elucidating the mechanisms of seed development and grain filling is crucial for improving agricultural practices.
Recent advancements in molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics have significantly deepened our knowledge of seed development and grain filling. High-throughput sequencing technologies, including spatial transcriptomics, single-cell RNA sequencing, and genome-wide association studies, have facilitated the identification of key genes and regulatory networks involved in these processes. Moreover, improvements in metabolic profiling and imaging techniques have provided new insights into the metabolic pathways and physiological changes associated with grain development and filling. This research topic aims to synthesize these recent advancements, identify potential targets for crop improvement, and highlight novel approaches to enhance grain yield and quality. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, we intend to advance the field of seed development and grain filling, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.
This Research Topic seeks to explore the intricacies of seed development and grain filling in crops, focusing on the interactions among genetic, environmental, and metabolic factors that determine grain yield and quality. We invite contributions on, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Studies elucidating the role of specific genes and alleles in seed development and grain filling.
- Research investigating the impact of environmental factors, such as temperature, water availability, and nutrient levels, on grain development and filling.
- Exploring the metabolic pathways, including carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, involved in grain development and filling.
- Highlighting recent advancements in molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics that have contributed to our understanding of seed development and grain filling.
- Studies on applying the knowledge of seed development and grain filling mechanisms to improve crop productivity and quality in agricultural practices.
Recent advancements in molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics have significantly deepened our knowledge of seed development and grain filling. High-throughput sequencing technologies, including spatial transcriptomics, single-cell RNA sequencing, and genome-wide association studies, have facilitated the identification of key genes and regulatory networks involved in these processes. Moreover, improvements in metabolic profiling and imaging techniques have provided new insights into the metabolic pathways and physiological changes associated with grain development and filling. This research topic aims to synthesize these recent advancements, identify potential targets for crop improvement, and highlight novel approaches to enhance grain yield and quality. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, we intend to advance the field of seed development and grain filling, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.
This Research Topic seeks to explore the intricacies of seed development and grain filling in crops, focusing on the interactions among genetic, environmental, and metabolic factors that determine grain yield and quality. We invite contributions on, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Studies elucidating the role of specific genes and alleles in seed development and grain filling.
- Research investigating the impact of environmental factors, such as temperature, water availability, and nutrient levels, on grain development and filling.
- Exploring the metabolic pathways, including carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, involved in grain development and filling.
- Highlighting recent advancements in molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics that have contributed to our understanding of seed development and grain filling.
- Studies on applying the knowledge of seed development and grain filling mechanisms to improve crop productivity and quality in agricultural practices.
Keywords: crops, seed development, grain filling, genetic regulation, environmental factors, metabolic pathways
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