Climate Change and Biotic Factors : A Molecular Approach

Climate change has more impact on the world than just rising temperatures and extreme weather events. It also impacts the intricate interactions between organisms, including pests, pathogens, and other biotic factors, which are critical components of the balance maintained in nature. This new book, Climate Change and Biotic Factors: A Molecular Approach, delves into the intricate relationship between climate change and the interplay of biotic factors, shedding light on the molecular mechanisms underlying these interactions.

The book explores how climate change influences the dynamics of pests, diseases, and other biotic stresses, while also examining how these factors, in turn, shape the response of plants and microorganisms to the changing climate. The molecular approach adopted in this book provides a deeper understanding of the underlying mechanisms through which climate change affects biotic factors. This book systematically studies the effects of climate change on pest and disease incidence of crop plants. It introduces the readers to climate change that leads to the unpredictability of rainfall and temperature, two factors that are essential drivers of the spreading of pests and diseases. It also deals with breeding and molecular approaches to tackling pest disease in changing climate. It summarizes advanced tools, including genome editing and lipoxygenase, etc., which directly affect target pest and disease incidence. It explores the potential for utilizing molecular tools to develop innovative strategies for mitigating the negative impacts of climate change on biotic factors and promoting sustainable ecosystems.

With chapters by experts with decades of experience and research in the field, the book highlights innovative strategies, techniques, and tools to develop climate-resilient crops, manage invasive species, and mitigate the impact of diseases. The book will serve as a valuable resource for researchers, students, policymakers, practitioners, and anyone interested in unraveling the mysteries of climate change and its intricate interactions with biotic factors.