The Growing Plant Cell Wall

Author : Stephen C. Fry
Publisher : Longman Scientific and Technical
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015013585636

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The Growing Plant Cell Wall by Stephen C. Fry Pdf

The functional significance of cell walls in many seemingly disparate branches of biology has recently been recognized. Here Fry (plant biochem, U. of Edinburgh) uses bench-top detail in outlining methods available to answer biological questions of current interest. Each chapter summarizes present knowledge of the subject and its significance, and then displays methods of analysis in table form. Acidic paper. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Bruce Alberts
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Cytology
ISBN : 0815332181

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Molecular Biology of The Cell by Bruce Alberts Pdf

Author : Peter Albersheim,Alan Darvill,Keith Roberts,Ron Sederoff,Andrew Staehelin
Publisher : Garland Science
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2010-04-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781136843587

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Plant Cell Walls by Peter Albersheim,Alan Darvill,Keith Roberts,Ron Sederoff,Andrew Staehelin Pdf

Plant cell walls are complex, dynamic cellular structures essential for plant growth, development, physiology and adaptation. Plant Cell Walls provides an in depth and diverse view of the microanatomy, biosynthesis and molecular physiology of these cellular structures, both in the life of the plant and in their use for bioproducts and biofuels. Plant Cell Walls is a textbook for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students, as well as a professional-level reference book. Over 400 drawings, micrographs, and photographs provide visual insight into the latest research, as well as the uses of plant cell walls in everyday life, and their applications in biotechnology. Illustrated panels concisely review research methods and tools; a list of key terms is given at the end of each chapter; and extensive references organized by concept headings provide readers with guidance for entry into plant cell wall literature. Cell wall material is of considerable importance to the biofuel, food, timber, and pulp and paper industries as well as being a major focus of research in plant growth and sustainability that are of central interest in present day agriculture and biotechnology. The production and use of plants for biofuel and bioproducts in a time of need for responsible global carbon use requires a deep understanding of the fundamental biology of plants and their cell walls. Such an understanding will lead to improved plant processes and materials, and help provide a sustainable resource for meeting the future bioenergy and bioproduct needs of humankind.

Author : Jocelyn K. C. Rose
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2009-02-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781405147736

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Annual Plant Reviews, The Plant Cell Wall by Jocelyn K. C. Rose Pdf

Annual Plant Reviews, Volume 8 In the last few years, the new analytical tools associated withmolecular biology, biochemistry, spectroscopy, microscopy,immunology, genomics and proteomics have been employed toinvestigate plant cell wall structure and function, providing adegree of resolution that was, until recently, unattainable. Thishas resulted in a growing awareness of the critical role of plantcell walls in a broad range of developmental events, addingstrength and diversity to cell wall-related scientificresearch. This volume provides an overview of our current understanding ofplant cell walls, drawing on the recent advances of plant molecularbiology. It incorporates the identification of a rapidly growingnumber of genes and the proteins responsible for plant wallsynthesis, restructuring, degradation and wall-associated signaltransduction. The book bridges the biochemistry-oriented cell wallliterature and the new technology-driven approaches. This is a book for academic and industrial researchers in plantcell biology, biochemistry, developmental biology, genetics andmolecular biology.

Author : Zoë A. Popper
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780359580996

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The Plant Cell Wall Methods and Protocols by Zoë A. Popper Pdf

Author : Christopher T. Brett,Keith W. Waldron
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1996-07-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 0412580608

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Physiology and Biochemistry of Plant Cell Walls by Christopher T. Brett,Keith W. Waldron Pdf

The plant cell wall plays a vital role in almost every aspect of plant physiology. New techniques in spectroscopy, biophysics and molecular biology have revealed the extraordinary complexity of its molecular architecture and just how important this structure is in the control of plant growth and development. The Second Edition of this accessible and integrated textbook has been revised and updated throughout. As well as focusing on the structure and function of plant cell walls the book also looks at the applications of this research. It discusses how plant cell walls can be exploited by the biotechnology industry and some of the main challenges for future research. Key topics include: architecture and skeletal functions of the wall; cell-wall formation; control of cell growth; role in intracellular transport; interactions with other organisms; cell-wall degradation; biotechnological applications of cell-walls; role in diet and health. This textbook provides a clear, well illustrated introduction to the physiology and biochemistry of plant cell walls which will be invaluable to upper level undergraduate and post graduate students of plant physiology, plant pathology, plant biotechnology and biochemistry.

Author : Nicholas C. Carpita,Malcolm Campbell,Mary Tierney
Publisher : Springer
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401006682

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Plant Cell Walls by Nicholas C. Carpita,Malcolm Campbell,Mary Tierney Pdf

This work is a comprehensive collection of articles that cover aspects of cell wall research in the genomic era. Some 2500 genes are involved in some way in wall biogenesis and turnover, from generation of substrates, to polysaccharide and lignin synthesis, assembly, and rearrangement in the wall. Although a great number of genes and gene families remain to be characterized, this issue provides a census of the genes that have been discovered so far. The articles comprising this issue not only illustrate the enormous progress made in identifying the wealth of wall-related genes but they also show the future directions and how far we have to go. As cell walls are an enormously important source of raw material, we anticipate that cell-wall-related genes are of significant economic importance. Examples include the modification of pectin-cross-linking or cell-cell adhesion to increase shelf life of fruits and vegetables, the enhancement of dietary fiber contents of cereals, the improvement of yield and quality of fibers, and the relative allocation of carbon to wall biomass for use as biofuels. The book is intended for academic and professional scientists working in the area of plant biology as well as material chemists and engineers, and food scientists who define new ways to use cell walls.

Author : Hiroo Fukuda
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2014-12-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118647370

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Plant Cell Wall Patterning and Cell Shape by Hiroo Fukuda Pdf

Cell walls are defining feature of plant life. The unique and multi-faceted role they play in plant growth and development has long been of interest to students and researchers. Plant Cell Wall Patterning and Cell Shape looks at the diverse function of cell walls in plant development, intercellular communication, and defining cell shape. Plant Cell Wall Patterning and Cell Shape is divided into three sections. The first section looks at role cell walls play in defining cell shape. The second section looks more broadly at plant development. While the third and final section looks at new insights into cell wall patterning.

Author : H. G. Jung
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 832 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Nature
ISBN : UCAL:B4580322

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Forage Cell Wall Structure and Digestibility by H. G. Jung Pdf

Organization of forage plants tissue. Utilization of forage fiber by ruminants. Perspectives of cell wall biodegradation-session synopsis. Quantitative analysis of cell wall components. Analysis of forage cell wall polysaccharides. Application of methods for the investigation of lignin structure. Analysis of plant cell walls-session synopsis. Composition and structure of cell wall polysaccharides in forages. Lignin/hydroxycinnamic acid/polycinnamic complexes: synthetic models for regiochemical characterization. Comprehensive model of the lignified plant cell wall. Structure of forage cell walls-session synopsis. Cell wall polysaccharide interactions and degradability. Cell wall lignification and degradability . Machanistic models of forage cell wall degradation. Cell wall matrix interactions and degradation-session synopsis. Microbial adhesion and degradation of plants cell walls. Microbial ecology of cell wall fermentation. Enzymatic hydrolysis of forage cell walls. Microbial and molecular mechanisms of cell wall degradation-session synopsis. Particle-size reduction by ruminants-effects of cell wall. Kinetics of cell wall digestion and passage in ruminants., Influence of feeding management on ruminant fiber digestibility., Cell wall degradation in the ruminant-session synopsis. Cell wall biosynthesis and its regulation. Environmental and genetic effects on cell wall composition and digestibility. Postharvest treatment of fibrous feedstuffs to improve their nutritive value. Machanisms for altering cell wall utilization-session synopsis.

Author : Reginald Dawson Preston
Publisher : Chapman & Hall
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Science
ISBN : CHI:12861673

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The Physical Biology of Plant Cell Walls by Reginald Dawson Preston Pdf

Intra-atomic and intramolecular bonding and molecular models. The chemical components. Structure determination - optical microscopy. X-ray diffraction. Eletron microscopy. General principles of wall architecture. Detailed structure - cellulosic algae. Non-cellulosic algae. Flowering plants; secondary walls. Viscoelastic properties of secondary cell walls. Wall extension and cell growth. Wall biosynthesis.

Author : Takahisa Hayashi
Publisher : Universal-Publishers
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781581124453

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The Science and Lore of the Plant Cell Wall by Takahisa Hayashi Pdf

Plant cell walls are composed of complex carbohydrates, proteins, phenolic compounds, and inorganic ions, all of which play functional roles. Cellulose (1,4-fO-glucan) and callose (1,3-fO-glucan) are synthesized in the plasma membrane, while other polysaccharides are synthesized in the Golgi. Plant cell growth occurs with the loosening of the walls, which may be caused by several enzymatic actions. Plant development is related to the morphological changes of cells and tissue, which is caused by structural changes of the walls."

Author : Georgia Drakakaki,Laura Elizabeth Bartley,Charles T. Anderson,Xiaolan Rao
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-06-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9782889638048

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Regulation of and by the Plant Cell Wall by Georgia Drakakaki,Laura Elizabeth Bartley,Charles T. Anderson,Xiaolan Rao Pdf

Author : Anja Geitmann
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 545 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2023-12-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000996326

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Plant Cell Walls by Anja Geitmann Pdf

Plant cell walls have been relevant for human survival throughout evolution, from cell walls recognised as an essential ingredient in human and livestock nutrition, to their use in energy generation, construction, tool making, paper and clothing. This plant-generated material is at the centre of a myriad of human activities, and it represents the world's most abundant natural resource for fuel, fibre, food and fodder. Plant Cell Walls: Research Milestones and Conceptual Insights provides an overview of the key discoveries of hundreds of years of plant cell wall research. With chapter contributions from prominent scientists in the cell wall field, this book provides a comprehensive treatment of plant cell wall research, accompanied by a historical overview to illustrate how concepts have evolved, and how progress has been enabled by emerging technological advances. Plant Cell Walls: Research Milestones and Conceptual Insights elaborates on the translation of research to application in biotechnology and agriculture, and highlights its relevance for climate change mitigation and adaptation. It will be a key resource for plant cell biologists, biochemists and geneticists.

Author : Jose M. Estevez
Publisher : Frontiers E-books
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9782889190867

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Current challenges in plant cell walls by Jose M. Estevez Pdf

Author : S. M. Siegel
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781483184692

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The Plant Cell Wall by S. M. Siegel Pdf

International Series of Monographs on Pure and Applied Biology: The Plant Cell Wall, Volume 2 is a four-chapter text that covers the botanical aspects of cell wall. This book specifically discusses the cell types and cell walls in vascular plants, as well as the classification and constitution of cell wall. This book deals first with the fractionation, biosynthesis, components, formation regulation, and breakdown of cell wall. These topics are followed by discussions on cell wall polysaccharides, lignin structures, cell wall changes during cell growth, and the analysis of the wall-lysing enzymes. Other chapters examine the types and chemical components of cell wall carbohydrates and the surface processes in lignin polymer formations. A study of the phylogenetic aspects of lignins and lignin synthesis is presented. A chapter is devoted to the classification and features of plant species. The remaining chapter focuses on the non-vascular plants, protista, and metazoa. The book can provide useful information to scientists, botanists, students, and researchers.