The Turmeric Genome
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The Turmeric Genome

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The Turmeric Genome

About this book

The Turmeric Genome is the first comprehensive compilation of research deliberations focused on whole genome sequencing of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.). This book serves as a valuable starting point for researchers working on turmeric and covers recent advancements in whole genome sequencing, structural and functional genomics, as well as molecular markers and breeding. It also includes fundamental information about the crop itself.

Turmeric is well known for its high nutritional value and is deeply rooted in traditional and indigenous medicinal systems across many turmeric-growing regions. Widely used as a spice for its flavour and as a natural colouring agent, turmeric also finds applications in cosmetics, as a condiment, and as a dye. Despite being cultivated and utilized for over 4000 years, turmeric continues to hold untapped potential for novel uses.

This book highlights recent developments in turmeric research, including chapters on bioinformatics tools for turmeric genome and the assembly of complex plant genomes.

Key Features:

  • Presents the first comprehensive compilation focused on the whole genome sequencing of turmeric, including sequence assembly, gene annotation, and metabolic profiling; functional genomics; and the genomics of key agronomic traits, which is a central theme of the book.
  • Provides up-to-date and inclusive data on phytochemistry, turmeric botany, cytogenetic analysis, genetic resources and diversity, traditional breeding methods, tissue culture, and genetic transformation.
  • Explores the medicinal and pharmacological potential of turmeric.

Comprising 14 chapters, this book brings together contributions from globally renowned experts in turmeric research. This volume will be highly valuable for students, educators, and researchers in academia, as well as professionals in relevant industries interested in genomics, molecular genetics and breeding, biotechnology, structural and functional genomics, horticulture, and plant physiology.

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Yes, you can access The Turmeric Genome by Prasath Duraisamy,Aarthi Sounderarajan,Chittaranjan Kole in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Biological Sciences & Ecology. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Publisher
CRC Press
Year
2025
eBook ISBN
9781040762950
Topic
Biological Sciences
Subtopic
Ecology
Index
Biological Sciences

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Series Page
  4. Title Page
  5. Copyright Page
  6. Dedication
  7. Table of Contents
  8. Preface to the Series
  9. Preface
  10. Acknowledgements
  11. About the Editors
  12. List of Contributors
  13. Chapter 1 Turmeric, the Golden Spice of Life: History, Economic Importance and Global Status
  14. Chapter 2 Turmeric: Medicinal and Pharmacological Potential
  15. Chapter 3 Phytochemistry of Turmeric
  16. Chapter 4 Turmeric Botany and Cytogenetics
  17. Chapter 5 Genetic Diversity of Turmeric
  18. Chapter 6 Breeding Progress and Future Challenges in Turmeric
  19. Chapter 7 Turmeric Tissue Culture and Genetic Engineering
  20. Chapter 8 Molecular Marker Resources in Turmeric
  21. Chapter 9 Genome Sequencing of Turmeric: An Indian Initiative
  22. Chapter 10 Whole Genome Sequencing of Turmeric: A Chinese Initiative
  23. Chapter 11 Sequencing and Assembly of Complex Genomes: Issues and Strategies
  24. Chapter 12 Current Progress in Transcriptomics and Metabolomics in Turmeric
  25. Chapter 13 Bioinformatics Tools and Turmeric Genome
  26. Chapter 14 The Way Forward for Turmeric Improvement
  27. Subject Index