Biosynthesis of Bioactive Compounds in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Manipulation by Conventional and Biotechnological Approaches

Plant bioactive compounds have various pharmacological applications and are important as medicines, pigments, and flavorings. The types and concentrations of these compounds are determined by the species, genotype, physiology, developmental stage, and environmental factors during growth. In the past two decades, there has been a renewed interest in the study of conventional aspects such as elicitors and biotic and abiotic stress factors that influence secondary metabolism during in vitro and in vivo growth of plants. Molecular biology tools and techniques are facilitating increased understanding of the signaling processes and pathways involved in the bioactive compounds production in subcellular, cellular, organ, and whole plant systems during in vivo and in vitro growth, with application in the metabolic engineering of biosynthetic pathways intermediates. Biosynthesis and Manipulation of Bioactive compounds in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants provides a comprehensive introduction and review of the state-of-the-art biotechnological tools used in enhancement of bioactive compounds in medicinal and aromatic plants.

Format: Hardback
Length: 431 pages
Publication date: 12 August 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

Plant bioactive compounds are natural products derived from plants that possess a wide range of pharmacological properties. These compounds are essential as medicines, pigments, and flavorings, as the pharmaceutical industry heavily relies on medicinal plants and their extraction. The types and concentrations of bioactive compounds produced by plants are influenced by various factors, including species, genotype, physiology, developmental stage, and environmental conditions during growth. These factors determine the physiological adaptive responses employed by different plant taxonomic groups in response to stress and defensive stimuli. In recent years, there has been a renewed interest in studying conventional aspects such as elicitors and biotic and abiotic stress factors that influence secondary metabolism during in vitro and in vivo growth of plants. The application of molecular biology tools and techniques has facilitated a deeper understanding of the signaling processes and pathways involved in the production of bioactive compounds in subcellular, cellular, organ, and whole plant systems during in vivo and in vitro growth, with applications in metabolic engineering of biosynthetic pathways intermediates. "Biosynthesis and Manipulation of Bioactive Compounds in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants" provides a comprehensive introduction and review of the state-of-the-art biotechnological tools used in enhancing bioactive compounds in medicinal and aromatic plants. Readers will find a systematic overview of techniques such as Omics, Crispr/Cas9, and RNAi to enhance plant bioactive contents, including various in vitro techniques, hairy root culture, and transgenic technology to enhance plant bioactive contents using plant tissue culture approaches. The chapters cover topics such as the biosynthesis of bioactive compounds, the regulation of gene expression, the characterization of bioactive compounds, and the application of bioactive compounds in various industries. The book also discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with the development of bioactive compounds and the potential for their use in the treatment of various diseases. Overall, "Biosynthesis and Manipulation of Bioactive Compounds in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants" is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and professionals interested in the field of bioactive compounds and their applications.

Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031352201
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023