Plant Ecology & Plant Health are closely connected fields that study the relationships between plants and their environment.
Plant Ecology focuses on how plants interact with their surroundings, including climate, soil, water, and other organisms. It helps us understand plant distribution, growth patterns, and how plants adapt to environmental challenges.
Plant Health involves maintaining the well-being of plants, emphasizing their ability to withstand diseases, pests, and environmental stress. Healthy plants are essential for agriculture and ecosystems, contributing to better crop yields and ecological stability.
At The 2nd Edition of the Plant Science and Molecular Biology World Conference, these topics will be explored to understand how plant health can be enhanced and how ecological factors shape plant productivity and resilience.
Methods in Plant Ecology & Plant Health:
Plant Ecology:
Field Surveys: Observing plant species in their natural environments.
Experimental Studies: Testing plant responses to environmental conditions.
Ecological Modeling: Using models to predict plant behavior.
Remote Sensing & GIS: Analyzing plant health with satellite imagery.
Soil & Nutrient Analysis: Studying soil’s impact on plant growth.
Plant Health:
Molecular Diagnostics: Using PCR to detect plant diseases.
Pathogen Identification: Isolating and identifying pathogens.
Resistance Screening: Testing plants for disease resistance.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Combining methods to control pests.
Biological Control: Using natural predators to manage pests.
Tissue Culture: Plants are growing in controlled environments for resistance testing.