Advances in Physiochemical and Molecular Mechanisms of Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Plants

Document Type

Article

Source of Publication

Journal of Crop Health

Publication Date

6-6-2024

Abstract

Climate change has exacerbated the rate and intensity of abiotic stresses such as drought and salinity, posing significant threats to the crop growth and yield. This review comprehensively explores recent physiochemical and molecular approaches to abiotic stress tolerance in plants. It highlights the complex physiological adjustments, including stomatal regulation, osmotic balance, and altered growth patterns, that plants undergo in response to environmental stressors. The review delves into the biochemical pathways involved in stress response, notably the glyoxalase system and ascorbate-glutathione pathway, emphasizing their roles in maintaining cellular homeostasis and detoxifying reactive oxygen species. A significant portion of the review is dedicated to elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying plant stress tolerance, focusing on the modulation of gene expression, regulation of stress-responsive genes, and the potential of genetic engineering to enhance resilience. We also discuss the contribution of secondary metabolites and both enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidants in mitigating the adverse effects of stress. Moreover, the review addresses the advancements in technological tools that have revolutionized our understanding of stress physiology, including genomic editing and transcriptomic analyses. The comprehensive synthesis of current research findings provides valuable insights into the development of innovative strategies to enhance plant tolerance to abiotic stress, contributing significantly to the field of sustainable agriculture and global food security in the era of climate change.

ISSN

2948-2658

Publisher

Springer Science and Business Media LLC

Volume

76

Issue

4

First Page

753

Last Page

767

Disciplines

Life Sciences

Keywords

Abiotic Stress, Physiochemical Adaptation, Molecular Mechanisms, Gene Regulation, Oxidative Homeostasis, Climate Resilience

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no

Open Access

no

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