The 2nd Edition of the Plant Science and Molecular Biology World Conference will explore plant biochemistry, which studies the chemical processes within plants, including photosynthesis and other plant-specific metabolic activities. Plant metabolism produces various substances crucial for the plant, the environment, and human use. This field focuses on understanding the biochemical processes that drive plant functions, which are closely linked to plant physiology and cover all the vital processes within plants.
Key Areas of Plant Biochemistry:
Metabolism: Studies how plants produce and use energy through photosynthesis and respiration to support growth and survival.
Enzyme Function: This section focuses on enzymes that control biochemical reactions, playing a key role in plant development, defense, and stress responses.
Plant Hormones: Investigates the role of hormones (e.g., auxins, gibberellins) in regulating plant growth, flowering, and responses to environmental factors.
Secondary Metabolites: This section examines compounds like alkaloids, flavonoids, and terpenoids, which help plants defend against pests, attract pollinators, and adapt to their environment.
Nutrient Uptake and Transport: How plants absorb and move essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to support growth and health.
Importance of Plant Biochemistry:
Plant biochemistry is vital for understanding plant growth, energy production, and environmental adaptation. Its advancements in nutritional use led to the optimization of better crop yields, stress tolerance, and more sustainable crops. In addition, plant biochemistry helps develop better resistance for plants against diseases and environmental stress, working towards improving agriculture and biotechnology.