Plant Physiology is the study of the structures, processes, and functions of plants. It investigates the physical, chemical, and biochemical processes that regulate the growth, development, and reproduction of plants. Plant physiologists investigate the physiological processes of photosynthesis, respiration, nutrient uptake, ion transport, and the movement of water and other substances through the plant. They also study the interactions between the environment and the plant, such as the effects of temperature, light, and water on the plant's growth and development. Plant physiology has many applications, including the development of crops that are more resistant to environmental stresses, the improvement of crop yields, and the development of climate-smart agriculture. Plant physiology can also be used to improve the quality and quantity of food production, as well as to develop new medicines from plants. Plant physiology is an important field of study that can help us understand and improve crop production, as well as to better manage the environment.
Title : Preventing/minimizing development of resistance in fungal plant pathogens to fungicides
Mohammad Babadoost, University of Illinois, United States
Title : Mycorrhizae and their role in climate resilience in agricultural systems
Mary Cole, The University of Melbourne, Australia