The Date Palm Genome, Vol. 1: Phylogeny, Biodiversity and Mapping

This book is the first volume of a comprehensive collection of contemporary knowledge relevant to genomics and other omics in date palm, with 11 chapters organized into three parts. Part I focuses on date palm biology, evolution, and origin, Part II covers biodiversity and molecular identification, and Part III addresses genome mapping and bioinformatics. The volume includes contributions from 30 international scientists and contains 78 figures and 30 tables.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 241 pages
Publication date: 02 July 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book serves as the inaugural volume in a series dedicated to presenting up-to-date knowledge relevant to genomics and other omics in date palm. Comprising 11 chapters organized into three parts, Volume 1 delves into various aspects of date palm biology, evolution, and origin. Part I, titled "Biology and Phylogeny," focuses on the fundamental aspects of date palm biology, including its taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, and genetics. It explores the evolutionary relationships between different date palm species and discusses the genetic diversity within the genus. Part II, titled "Biodiversity and Molecular Identification," explores the conservation and management of date palm biodiversity. It discusses the use of in vitro derived plants, molecular markers, barcoding, pollinizer genetics, and gender determination in date palm breeding. Part III, titled "Genome Mapping and Bioinformatics," focuses on the genetic structure and organization of date palm genomes. It covers genome mapping of nuclear, chloroplast, and mitochondrial DNA, as well as a chapter highlighting advancements in date palm bioinformatics.

The book is the result of collaborative efforts by 30 international scientists from 10 countries. It includes 78 figures and 30 tables to visually enhance the understanding of the presented concepts. Volume 2, titled "Omics and Molecular Breeding," will be published separately and will continue to explore the applications of omics in date palm breeding and improvement.

This comprehensive volume is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and professionals involved in date palm research, agriculture, and horticulture. It provides a thorough understanding of the latest advancements in genomics and other omics, enabling better management and conservation of date palm resources.

Weight: 507g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030737481
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021