Book Details

Genetic Improvement of Bioenergy Crops

Publication year: 2008

ISBN: 978-0-387-70805-8

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This book presents an overview of the major bioenergy crops that can be used for the production of biomass and ethanol, with a focus on their genetic improvement. In order to maintain focus, biodiesel and the genetic improvement of oil crops are not covered. The available genetic resources are largely untapped and offer major opportunities to significantly enhance the contribution of bioenergy, while addressing many of the economic and ecological concerns.


Subject: Biomedical and Life Sciences, Bio-energy, Bio-energy Crops, enzymes, genome, lignocellulosic biomass, maize, plant genetics, plant science, sorghum