Plant Genetic Engineering [Paperback]

This 1985 book describes techniques in plant genetic research and the practical application of genetic engineering for molecular biologists.Ten essays survey the various methods of genetically modifying plantlife and include recommendations for technological improvements in agricultural and industrial processes. They also discuss methods of isolation and purification of plant genes and the roles of bacteria and viruses as vehicles for the plant genes.Ten essays survey the various methods of genetically modifying plantlife and include recommendations for technological improvements in agricultural and industrial processes. They also discuss methods of isolation and purification of plant genes and the roles of bacteria and viruses as vehicles for the plant genes.This book was first published in 1985. For those working in molecular biology, this book describes techniques in plant genetic research and the practical application of genetic engineering to important crop plants such as the potato. The various chapters detail methods used for the genetic modification of plants, including protoplast fusion and the use of Agrobacterium and viruses as vectors for plant genes. The types of agricultural and industrial processes that will be improved by these technologies are indicated throughout the book. The contributors to this volume have prepared a comprehensive and pertinent bibliography that is a key to the literature. Their scientific reports will enlighten advanced students, research workers and technicians in botany, biochemistry and biotechnology. All scientists in plant molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry and agriculture should find this book a valuable aid in their understanding of current techniques, principles and applications in plant genetic engineering.Acknowledgments; 1. Introduction J. H. Dodds; 2. Isolation and culture of plant protoplasts J. H. Dodds; 3. Fusion of plant protoplasts J. H. Dodds; 4. Isolated cell organelles and subprotoplasts: their roles l£f