Plant Ionomics: Sensing, Signaling and Regulation

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Plant Ionomics A thoroughly up-to-date exploration of nutrient uptake in plants In Plant Ionomics: Sensing, Signaling and Regulation, accomplished botanists and researchers Dr. Vijay Singh and Dr. Manzer Siddiqui deliver an up-to-date discussion on the sensing, signaling, and regulation of nutrient uptake in plants under a variety of conditions. The book offers an accessible and easy-to-use reference for researchers with an interest in plant ionomics, combining the latest research from leading laboratories around the globe. The authors provide coverage of a variety of critical topics, including plant and soil nutrient stoichiometry, nutrient management and stress tolerance in crops, and the relationship between agricultural production and nutrient applications. Readers will also find: A thorough introduction to nutrient regulation and abiotic stress tolerance in plantsIn-depth discussions of nutrient uptake and transport in plants and the role of nutrients in ROS metabolismPractical explorations of nutrient and sugar signaling and associated gene networks in plantsExtensive treatments of the role of nutrients in plant–microbe interactions and nutrient-use efficiency in plants Perfect for students, researchers, academics, and scientists with an interest in plant nutrition, Plant Ionomics: Sensing, Signaling and Regulation will also earn a place in the libraries of professionals in the agriculture and pharmaceutical industries. Cover Title Page Copyright Page Contents List of Contributors Preface Chapter 1 Regulation of Metabolites by Nutrients in Plants Introduction Nitrogen (N) Phosphorus (P) Potassium (K) Sulfur (S) Magnesium (Mg) Calcium (Ca) Boron (B) Chlorine (Cl) Copper (Cu) Iron (Fe) References Chapter 2 Agricultural Production Relation with Nutrient Applications Introduction Soil as a Basic Element in Agriculture Constituents and Ingredients of Soil Essential Nutrients in Agriculture Especially in Plants Beneficial/Valuable Nutrients Issues Related to Plant Nutrition Fertilizers and Fertilization Strategies References Chapter 3 Role of Nutrients in the ROS Metabolism in Plants Introduction Oxidative Defense System Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) and Reactive Nitrogen Species (RNS) ROS Generation and Functions in Plants RNS and ROS Signaling in Plants in Response to Environmental Stresses Antioxidant Compounds Antioxidant-Mediated RNS/ROS Regulation Role of Nutrients in ROS Metabolism Under Salinity Role of Nutrients in ROS Metabolism Under Drought Role of Nutrients in ROS Metabolism Under Heavy Metal Stress Role of Nutrients in ROS Metabolism Under Low- and High-Temperature Stress References Chapter 4 Polyamines Metabolism and their Regulatory Mechanism in Plant Development and in Abiotic Stress Tolerance Introduction Distribution, Biosynthesis, and Catabolism of Polyamines Role of Polyamines in Plant Development Polyamines as Biochemical Markers for Abiotic Stress Tolerance Crosstalk of Polyamines with Other Signaling Molecules Plant Growth Regulators Conclusion References Chapter 5 Mycorrhizal Symbiosis and Nutrients Uptake in Plants Introduction Mycorrhizal Association and Its Types Establishment of Arbuscular Mycorrhiza in Soil Root Modifications for Accumulation of Nutrients Nitrogen Uptake Mechanisms of Mycorrhizal Symbionts Phosphorus Accumulation Mechanisms of Mycorrhizal Fungus Potassium (K) and Sodium (Na) Uptake Mechanisms of Mycorrhizal Fungi Metabolism of Sulfur in Mycorrhizal Symbiosis Role of Mycorrhizal Lipid Metabolism in Nutrients Accumulation Mechanism of Micronutrients and Heavy Metal Uptake in Mycorrhizae Carbons-Based Triggering of Nutrients Accumulation in Mycorrhizal Symbiosis Conclusion References Chapter 6 Nutrient Availability Regulates Root System Behavior Introduction Nutrients Importance in Root Growth and Development Morpho-Physiological Responses of Plant Roots to Nutrients Availability Nano Nutrients and Root System Modifications Management Strategies for Maximizing Root Systems Conclusions and Future Perspectives References Chapter 7 Potassium Transport Systems at the Plasma Membrane of Plant Cells. Tools for Improving Potassium Use Efficiency of Crops Potassium (K+) as a Macronutrient for Plants K+ Transport Systems Key Points for K+ Homeostasis and Transport Systems Involved General Mechanisms of Regulation Agriculture for the Future: K+ Use Efficiency and Stress Tolerance Biotechnological Approaches and Emerging Techniques for Crop Improvement References Chapter 8 Role of Nutrients in Modifications of Fruit Quality and Antioxidant Activity Introduction Short Overview About Fruit Quality Main Role of Mineral Elements on Trees Growth, Development, and Fruit Quality The Ionomic Analysis of Fruit Crops Requirements of Fruit Trees to Chemical Elements The Role of Elements in the Metabolism of Fruit Trees and in Improving Quality Conclusion and Future Prospects References Chapter 9 Nutrients Use Efficiency in Plants Introduction Nutrient Use Efficiency (Concepts and Importance) Role of Nutrient-Efficient Plants for Improving Crop Yields Physiological Mechanisms in Plant Nutrient Use Efficiency Conclusion and Future Prospects References Chapter 10 Nutrients Uptake and Transport in Plants: An Overview Introduction Routes from the Soil to the Stele Passive Transport Active Transport Radial Transport of Mineral Ions Long Transport of Mineral Ions Conclusion and Future Prospects References Chapter 11 Regulation of Phytohormonal Signaling by Nutrients in Plant Introduction Phytohormones: Structure, Sites of Biosynthesis, and its Effects Interaction between Nutrient Availability and Phytohormone Signaling Conclusions and Prospects References Chapter 12 Nutrients Regulation and Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Plants Introduction How Abiotic Stresses Affect Plants Plant’s Response to Abiotic Stress Mineral Nutrients in the Alleviation of Abiotic Stress in Plants Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR), Mineral Nutrients, and Abiotic Stress Conclusion References Chapter 13 Nutrient Management and Stress Tolerance in Crops Introduction Implications of Abiotic Stress in Plants Role of Nutrients in Stress Tolerance Conclusion References Index EULA