Plant proteomics and phenomics are two important areas of research that are essential to understanding how plants respond to the environment. Plant proteomics is the study of proteins, the molecules that are responsible for carrying out the majority of the metabolic processes in plants. By studying the proteins in different species of plants, scientists can learn more about the function of these proteins and how they interact with other molecules in the plant. Phenomics is the study of phenotypes, which are the observable characteristics of a plant, such as its physical features, growth rate, and response to environmental conditions. By studying the phenotypes of different species of plants, scientists can gain insight into how plants adapt to their environment and which traits are important for their survival. Plant proteomics and phenomics are both essential for understanding how plants respond to their environment and for developing strategies for improving crop yields.
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