Molecular Plant

Scope & Guideline

Fostering collaboration for a greener tomorrow.

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of Molecular Plant through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore Molecular Plant in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1674-2052
PublisherCELL PRESS
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited States
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2008 to 2024
AbbreviationMOL PLANT / Mol. Plant.
Frequency12 issues/year
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Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Molecular Plant' is committed to advancing the understanding of plant biology through the integration of molecular, genetic, and physiological approaches. It emphasizes the significance of plant molecular research in addressing global challenges such as food security, climate change, and sustainable agriculture.
  1. Molecular Mechanisms of Plant Growth and Development:
    The journal focuses on understanding the molecular and genetic bases of plant growth and developmental processes, including hormone signaling, gene regulation, and cellular differentiation.
  2. Plant-Microbe Interactions:
    Research on the interactions between plants and microbes, including pathogenic and beneficial relationships, is a core area, highlighting the molecular mechanisms through which plants defend against pathogens and engage in symbiosis.
  3. Stress Responses and Adaptation:
    Studies on how plants respond to abiotic and biotic stressors, including drought, salinity, and disease, are prominent, exploring the molecular pathways that confer resilience and adaptability.
  4. Genomics and Biotechnology:
    The journal promotes research utilizing genomic technologies, including CRISPR and other gene-editing techniques, to enhance crop traits and improve agricultural practices.
  5. Plant Metabolism and Secondary Metabolites:
    Research on plant metabolic pathways, including the biosynthesis of specialized metabolites and their roles in plant defense and interaction with the environment, is extensively covered.
  6. Evolutionary and Developmental Biology:
    The journal also delves into the evolutionary aspects of plant biology, addressing how genetic and epigenetic changes contribute to plant diversity and adaptation.
The journal has shown a dynamic evolution in its thematic focus, with several emerging trends that reflect current challenges and advancements in plant science.
  1. CRISPR and Genome Editing Technologies:
    There is a marked increase in studies utilizing CRISPR and other advanced genome editing technologies to enhance crop traits, reflecting a growing interest in precision breeding.
  2. Omics Approaches:
    Emerging themes in multi-omics approaches, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics, are trending, showcasing the integration of various biological data to understand plant systems comprehensively.
  3. Plant Immunity and Defense Mechanisms:
    Research focusing on the molecular mechanisms of plant immunity and defense is gaining traction, driven by the need to develop crops resistant to pests and diseases.
  4. Climate Resilience and Sustainable Agriculture:
    Studies addressing the adaptation of plants to climate change, focusing on resilience mechanisms and sustainable agricultural practices, are increasingly prominent.
  5. Synthetic Biology Applications:
    The application of synthetic biology in engineering plants for enhanced traits or novel functions is emerging as a significant theme, indicating a shift towards innovative biotechnological solutions.
  6. Interdisciplinary Research:
    There is a growing trend towards interdisciplinary studies that combine plant biology with fields such as computational biology, bioinformatics, and environmental science, reflecting the complexity of modern plant research.

Declining or Waning

While 'Molecular Plant' continues to thrive in various research areas, certain themes have shown a decline in publication frequency, indicating a potential shift in research focus or maturation of these fields.
  1. Traditional Breeding Techniques:
    Research focusing on conventional plant breeding methods has seen a decrease as molecular and genomic approaches gain prominence, reflecting a shift towards more sophisticated biotechnological solutions.
  2. Basic Physiological Studies:
    There has been a noted decline in purely physiological studies without molecular context, as the field increasingly emphasizes molecular mechanisms and genetic underpinnings.
  3. Basic Plant Ecology:
    Research that solely focuses on ecological aspects of plant biology, without molecular or genetic integration, appears to be less frequent, suggesting a narrowing of focus towards molecular and genetic studies.

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