The Coconut Genome

Download or read book The Coconut Genome written by M. K. Rajesh and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-09-16 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book serves as the first comprehensive compilation describing the breeding strategies and genetics and genomics of the coconut palm. It describes gene evolution of economically important traits such as oil biosynthesis, aroma and fragrance, disease-resistant genes and small RNAs-mediated gene regulation of coconut. Application of “omics” approaches in palms and the prospects of genome editing technologies in coconut are also discussed. The author list includes pioneers and experts in the field of coconut genomics. The book appeals to postgraduate students, researchers and industry players in the field of plantation crops in general and coconut in particular.