Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Plant Biology

Plant biology is the scientific study of plant life, encompassing the structure, function, growth, reproduction, metabolism, development, diseases, and evolutionary relationships of plants. Research published in Advances in Plant Biology addresses diverse aspects of this field, ranging from molecular mechanisms of p…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 5 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 32× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2638-4469 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Plant biology is the scientific study of plant life, encompassing the structure, function, growth, reproduction, metabolism, development, diseases, and evolutionary relationships of plants. Research published in Advances in Plant Biology addresses diverse aspects of this field, ranging from molecular mechanisms of plant-pathogen interactions to the pharmacological properties of plant-derived compounds and agronomic practices for underutilized crops. Published studies have examined the bioactive compounds found in plant tissues, including investigations of saponins from stem bark and their dose-dependent effects, as well as analyses of how plant extracts influence lipid metabolism and protect against chemically-induced tissue damage in experimental models. The journal has also featured molecular genetics research identifying and characterizing gene families involved in plant immune responses to fungal pathogens, contributing to understanding of disease resistance mechanisms. Additionally, agronomic reviews have synthesized knowledge about cultivation practices for traditional food crops with potential for broader agricultural use. This research matters because it advances fundamental knowledge of plant systems while addressing practical applications in medicine, agriculture, and food security, bridging basic botanical science with applied outcomes relevant to human health and sustainable crop production.

Research published in this journal

5 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 5 articles above have been cited 32 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Plant Biology, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Advances in Plant Biology (ISSN 2638-4469).

Journal editorial board
Filippos Ververidis · Greece Pasquale Filannino · Italy Laura Scrano · Italy

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