ACTA BOTANICA CROATICA
Scope & Guideline
Championing Cutting-edge Discoveries in Plant Biology
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Plant Systematics and Taxonomy:
The journal publishes research that clarifies the taxonomic relationships among plant species, contributing to the understanding of biodiversity and the systematics of various plant families. - Ecological and Environmental Studies:
Research on plant communities, their composition, and the ecological impacts of environmental changes, such as succession and species invasions, is a core focus area. - Physiological and Biochemical Plant Responses:
Studies examining how plants respond physiologically and biochemically to abiotic stresses (e.g., salinity, drought) and biotic interactions (e.g., with fungi or other plants) are prevalent. - Conservation and Endemism:
The journal highlights research on endemic species and conservation issues, particularly in the Balkan region, addressing the importance of preserving plant diversity. - In vitro and Biotechnological Applications:
Papers covering in vitro propagation methods and biotechnological applications for plant conservation and improvement are frequently included.
Trending and Emerging
- Genetic and Molecular Studies:
There is a notable increase in research utilizing molecular techniques, such as DNA fingerprinting and gene expression analyses, to understand plant diversity and responses to environmental stressors. - Ecophysiological Responses to Climate Change:
Studies focusing on how plants respond to climate change-related stressors, such as drought and salinity, are becoming more prominent, highlighting the importance of understanding plant adaptability. - Urban Flora and Vegetation Studies:
With urbanization on the rise, there is a growing interest in studying urban flora and vegetation dynamics, particularly how plants adapt to urban environments and their ecological roles. - Fungal-Plant Interactions:
Research on the relationships between plants and their fungal associates, including endophytes and mycorrhizae, has gained traction, reflecting an interest in understanding these complex interactions and their ecological significance.
Declining or Waning
- Marine and Aquatic Botany:
Research focusing on marine and aquatic plant species, such as algae and phytoplankton, seems to have decreased, suggesting a potential shift away from these topics in favor of terrestrial plant studies. - Traditional Medicinal Plants:
Although previously a popular subject, studies on the ethnobotanical uses and traditional medicinal properties of plants have become less frequent, possibly overshadowed by more contemporary ecological and physiological research. - Invasive Species Research:
While some studies on invasive species continue, the overall focus on their impacts and management appears to be waning, indicating researchers may be prioritizing other ecological topics. - Morphological Studies:
Detailed morphological studies of plant taxa, which used to be a significant area of interest, are less common now, possibly due to the rise of molecular and genetic approaches in plant research.
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