Genetics and Breeding of Ornamental Plants
A special issue of Genes (ISSN 2073-4425). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Genetics and Genomics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2025 | Viewed by 168
Special Issue Editors
Interests: utilization and genetic breeding of ornamental plant germplasm resources; integrated multi-omics analysis of the formation mechanisms of important traits; construction of efficient detection systems for aroma and color
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Interests: aroma and color compounds; biosynthesis pathway; regulatory mechanism
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Ornamental plants are vital in enhancing the esthetics of gardens, landscapes, and urban green spaces, contributing to environmental improvement, and promoting ecological balance. This Special Issue will cover a wide range of topics, including, but not limited to, the genetic basis of floral traits, the application of genomics and multiomics approaches in breeding programs, and the improvement of floral quality, color, scent, and senescence. The contributions will encompass fundamental and applied research, exploring diverse aspects such as genetic diversity, gene function, gene expression, genetic mapping, marker-assisted selection, and transgenic technologies. We are particularly interested in studies that utilize cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to enhance our understanding of the genetic mechanisms underlying these traits and to develop innovative breeding strategies.
Dr. Yiwei Zhou
Dr. Farhat Abbas
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- ornamental plants
- genetics
- genomics
- breeding
- multiomics
- floral quality
- flower color
- floral scent
- flower senescence
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