scientific Sessions

The 2nd Edition of the Plant Science and Molecular Biology World Conference will address plant diseases caused by pathogens or environmental factors that disrupt plant function, leading to yield loss and harm to ecosystems. Plant science explores plant health and pathogen interactions, while molecular biology uncovers resistance mechanisms. Together, these fields enable sustainable solutions to mitigate the impacts of plant diseases, providing attendees with insights into the latest research and advancements in combating plant diseases and improving crop resilience.

Key types of plant diseases:

Fungal Diseases: Fungi cause plant diseases like Powdery Mildew, Rusts, and Blights. They infect various plant parts, causing wilting, lesions, and decay.
Bacterial Diseases: Bacteria infect plants through wounds, causing diseases like Bacterial Leaf Spot and Fire Blight. Symptoms include spots, cankers, and wilting, often spreading rapidly in moist conditions.
Viral Diseases: Tobacco Mosaic Virus and many others are transmitted through insects or plant material. Symptoms are mosaic patterns, stunted growth, and yellow leaves.
Nematode Diseases: These are microscopic worms that cause root parasitism; they have a disease such as Root Knot Nematode. They affect the nutrient uptake mechanism in plants, Stunted growth, and yield losses.
Parasitic Plant Diseases: Parasitic plants like Dodder and Witchweed steal nutrients from host plants, weakening or killing them, which impacts both agriculture and ecosystems.

In the case of managing plant diseases, several techniques, such as microscopic analysis, molecular diagnostics, and field surveys, are applied to identify the pathogen. Based on this information, plant breeders develop resistant varieties, while farmers adopt cultural practices, chemical treatments, or biological agents to control disease spread and crop protection. Effective management of diseases ensures healthy crop production and promotes sustainable agricultural production.