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Books in Agricultural and biological sciences

The Agricultural and Biological Sciences collection advances science-based knowledge for the improvement of animal and plant life and for secure food systems that produce nutritious, novel, sustainable foods with minimal environmental impact. Food Science titles include not only those products from agriculture but all other aspects from food production to nutrition, health and safety, chemistry to security, policy, law and regulation. Biological Sciences address animal behaviour and biodiversity, organismal and evolutionary biology, entomology, marine biology and aquaculture, plant science and forestry.

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    • Climate Smart Crops

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Vimal Chandra Pandey + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Climate Smart Crops: Enhancing Resilience and Adaptation is a comprehensive overview of modern technologies and strategies to improve plants in terms of food, feed, fodder, fibre and fuel production for human well-being in the face of climate change. With focus on the latest advances in plant molecular mapping and genome sequencing, it demonstrates how genomics-assisted strategies can be utilized to produce improved plants with climate-smart traits. Significant successes in the areas of molecular breeding, transgenics and genomics have contributed to revolutionary modifications in cereal-vegetable-fru... crop-improvement strategies and methods, but there is still work to be done. Understanding the strategies and approaches that are most appropriate for enhancing production is key to effective, efficient, and timely advancement of further crop yield quality and quantity through crop genetics, genomics, breeding, biotechnology, and in the disciplines of agronomy, agriculture, agroforestry, horticulture and phytoremediation. Climate Smart Crops: Enhancing Resilience and Adaptation provides an excellent basis for current state of the science for climate smart crops as well as and inspiring future research.

    • Medicinal Plants and Phytomolecules

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Mehrnaz Hatami + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 6 7 9 7 0
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 6 7 9 8 7
      Medicinal Plants and Phytomolecules: Cultivation for Large Scale Production describes management practices and performance insights into cultivation and farm-scale production of commercially important phytomolecule-contai... plants and products ensuring optimal production. Including natural chemicals such as pharmaceuticals, health-promoting compounds, nutraceuticals, agrochemicals, perfumery products, cosmetics, chemical additives, the book addresses the key concepts, applications and challenges. Rising consumer interest in herbal medicinal products and supplements has led to strong global market demand for the botanical ingredients industry in recent years. However, and increase in both public demand for the consumption of medicinal plants and their various applications in different industries, has resulted in an extinction risk to medicinal plants species worldwide. Harvesting from wild resources is no longer sustainable for many commercially valuable species. Successful exploitation and commercialization of medicinal and aromatic plants requires a clear understanding of their demand and sustainable production systems. Medicinal Plants and Phytomolecules: Cultivation for Large Scale Production addresses the significant link between the medicinal value of cultivated plants with the cultivation techniques used in their production. The books presents cultivation management practices which can influence the biomass yield, phytochemical profiling, and biological activity of field cultivated medicinal plants. A volume in the <> series, this book presents the most current information available today on field cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants ranging from seed and soil preparation, nutrient delivery, agro-techniques to phyto-nanotechnology and precision farming. It covers farming principles and practices for commercial production of medicinal and aromatic plants under field conditions. It also explores the complex agro-techniques and innovative approaches being used to enhance the quality and quantity standards of raw materials utilized in different industries.

    • Single, Double, and Triple Starch Modifications

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Zebin Guo
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Single, Double, and Triple Starch Modifications, a volume in the "Applications of Starches in Food and Packaging" Series systematically reviews the chemical modification technology of starch and its latest research, in addition to providing a reference for the application of starch production technologies in food, materials, biomedicine and other fields. The book summarises the chemical modification methods of starch and its modified structure, as well as digestibility, and the physical and chemical properties. Simultaneously, it compares the latest research on the modification method, while describing its current or potential applications. Therefore, readers can comprehend the modification of starch and its related applications from a processing technology perspective and its impact. Edited by an internationally diverse group of experts and leaders who possess extensive knowledge of techniques and properties of the chemical modification of natural starch, this book is an excellent resource that ensures a global perspective on the subject matter.

    • Advances in Food and Nutrition Research

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 118
      • March 1, 2026
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 2 9 7 1 2
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 2 9 7 2 9
      Advances in Food and Nutrition Research provides the latest advances on nanoformulations that can be used in the food industry, rapid on-site detection techniques for food safety and authenticity, the use of artificial intelligence in food science and nutrition, the latest developments in high hydrostatic pressure processing of fruit and vegetable juices, the functionality and health benefit of fish proteins hydrolysates, the utilization and sustainability of seafood resources, the use of sous-vide cooking for seafood, and the applications of omega-3 oils produced from genetically modified vegetable sources.

    • Advances in Edible Packaging Systems for Food Preservation

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Zuhaib F. Bhat + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 6 2 9 8 9
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 6 2 9 9 6
      Advances in Edible Packaging Systems for Food Preservation discusses the edible packaging systems available for the preservation of all types of foods and products derived from meat, eggs, milk, plants, cereals, fish, and seafood. Divided in 14 chapters, the book covers recent topics related to edible packaging such as the role of emerging technologies (such as cold plasma, ultrasonication, electrospinning, high-pressure, 3D printing, and pulsed light), alternative film materials (such as insect, fungal, and algae proteins), novel bioactive agents (such as novel peptides and nanoemulsions, nanoparticles, and nanofibers from novel sources), engineering aspects, environmental impacts and consumer perception. This book caters to a wider audience including, but not limited to, individuals involved in food science, meat science, dairy science, food packaging, agriculture sciences, protein and carbohydrate biochemistry, and nutrition.

    • Nanomaterials-Microbial Interactions for Soil Health, Plant Growth and Performance

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Azamal Husen
      • English
      • Paperback
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        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 0 3 8 8 0
      Nanomaterials-Microb... Interaction for Soil Health, Plant Growth and Performance highlights the importance of understanding the interactions between nanoparticles and the environment, particularly in the context of plant health and soil ecosystems. It emphasizes the potential benefits of using nanomaterials in plant production for sustainable agriculture, while also acknowledging the risks associated with their release into the environment. The unique properties of nanoparticles make them valuable for various applications, including enhancing plant growth and productivity. However, their potential impact on soil chemistry, microbial communities, and plant health must be carefully studied to ensure their safe and effective use. Researchers and students in plant science, agricultural science, nanobiotechnology, microbiology, biotechnology, and nano-engineering can benefit from exploring the relationships between nanomaterials and microbial interactions in soil health and plant performance. This interdisciplinary approach can provide valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges associated with integrating nanotechnology into agriculture and environmental management.

    • Emerging Technologies in Yield Optimization and Production of Biomass Feedstock

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Yogesh K. Ahlawat
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Emerging Technologies in Yield Optimization and Production of Biomass Feedstock offers a comprehensive evaluation of biomass feedstock, exploring its diverse productions and the challenges of enhancing transformation efficiency in bioenergy species. The book explores the challenges of bioenergy through case studies, covering various stages: cultivation, harvesting, pre-processing, conversion, and utilization. In each stage, the book explains how to maximize efficiency in yield optimization and production of biomass feedstock using innovative solutions to ensure economic benefits and environmental sustainability. The book begins with an introduction to bioenergy as a part of sustainable energy production. It discusses the molecular farming approach, emphasizing the importance of improving transformation efficiency in bioenergy species. The book reviews species like algae, switchgrass, corn, poplars, and sugarcane, assessing their potential and stressing the need for appropriate species selection to optimize bioenergy transformation processes. It explores new methods for gene delivery, transformation, and regeneration, and their applications in modifying bioenergy species for enhanced traits. Additionally, the book covers synthetic biology tools like biosensors, genetic circuits, and pathway engineering, explaining how these tools can be used to further enhance transformation efficiency in bioenergy species.Emerging Technologies in Yield Optimization and Production of Biomass Feedstock serves as a timely and comprehensive resource for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers. It equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to leverage the latest optimization processes to harness the maximum potential of bioenergy.

    • Handbook of Functional Foods

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Pradeep Kumar + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 8 5 4 0
      Fueled by the link between diet and well-being, the benefits of functional foods for going beyond basic nutrition and providing health advantages from digestion to enhanced immunity, are gaining momentum worldwide. Handbook of Functional Foods: Techniques, Analytics and Health Benefits is a comprehensive resource that provides an overview of the extraction and analytical identification techniques of foods’ bioactive components for health and well-being while looking at metabolism, sensory, and safety components. This book reviews in detail how functional foods have the potential to drive innovation in the food industry, creating a broad range of healthier and more personalized food options. From emerging extraction and extrusion techniques for the creation of fiber-rich snacks to the synergistic effects of pro- and prebiotics on gut health, readers will come away with an advanced and fresh understanding of necessary insights needed to fill any knowledge gaps and aid in the development of new functional food products.

    • Fruit Seeds and Peels for Sustainable Biomaterials

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Sneh Punia Bangar + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Fruit Seeds and Peels for Sustainable Biomaterials covers how to use fruit and vegetable waste to produce bioplastics, which are environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional petroleum-based plastics. The book offers promising opportunities to reduce the carbon footprint of the packaging industry, while promoting recyclability, sustainability, and a circular economy. The chapters encompass the different methods of waste valorization in detail and a compilation of research investigations around the globe regarding the valorization of different fruit processing waste. Industry wastes are rich sources of polysaccharides, viz., cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, etc., which can be further treated to synthesize nanocellulose crystals or fibers using different physicochemical methods and other non-conventional methods. The book showcases how to use these products in packaging applications to give food professionals and society better green, sustainable packaging as a suitable replacement for plastic polymers. The book gives readers comprehensive insights into the potential of fruit seeds as a sustainable source of biomaterials, offering valuable scientific information on the concept of technologies and knowledge on the utilization of bio-based materials in food preservation, which will help them minimize the use of traditional non-biodegradable plastic packaging materials.

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