Plant Chemical Biology (ePub)

Demonstrates how advances in plant chemical biology can
translate to field applications

With contributions from a team of leading researchers and
pioneers in the field, this book explains how chemical biology is
used as a tool to enhance our understanding of plant biology.
Readers are introduced to a variety of chemical biology studies
that have provided novel insights into plant physiology and plant
cellular processes. Moreover, they will discover that chemical
biology not only leads to a better understanding of the underlying
mechanisms of plant biology, but also the development of practical
applications. For example, the authors discuss small molecules that
can be used to identify targets of herbicides and develop new
herbicides and plant growth regulators.

The book begins with a historical perspective on plant chemical
biology. Next, the authors introduce the chemical biology toolbox
needed to perform successful studies, with chapters covering:

* Sources of small molecules

* Identification of new chemical tools by high-throughput
screening (HTS)

* Use of chemical biology to study plant physiology

* Use of chemical biology to study plant cellular processes

* Target identification

* Translation of plant chemical biology from the lab to the
field

Based on the latest findings and extensively referenced, the
book explores available compound collections, principles of assay
design, and the use of new research tools for the development of
new applications.

Plant Chemical Biology is recommended for students and
professionals in all facets of plant biology, including molecular
biology, physiology, biochemistry, agriculture, horticulture, and
agronomy. All readers will discover new approaches that can lead to
the development of a healthier and more plentiful global food
supply.