Life Sciences and Biotechnology in Agriculture and Medicine

This collection of essays highlights the latest advances in biotechnology for agriculture and medicine. It targets researchers, practitioners, and advanced students in molecular biology, genetics, and bioinformatics. The book presents gene editing, epigenetic approaches, metabolomic engineering, and artificial intelligence, applied to plants, animals, and humans. It also examines omics analyses in neurodegenerative disorders, cellular plasticity, and plant-medicine interactions, showing how modern tools connect across disciplines. Each chapter draws on recent research and offers practical insights for readers. By combining theory, methods, and real-world applications, it guides scholars and professionals to advance research and innovation. With its interdisciplinary perspective and up-to-date findings, this book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand and apply cutting-edge biotechnological strategies.

Prof Dr Sevgi Marakli is a leading expert in plant biotechnology, connecting cutting-edge research with real-world applications. She is a Professor of Molecular Biology and Genetics at Yildiz Technical University (Türkiye). She has published over 75 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters in plant and animal molecular biology, genetics, epigenetics, and biotechnology. Her research focuses on plant-pathogen interactions, disease management, and the use of bioinformatics and molecular tools in agriculture and medicine. She has authored and edited volumes that integrate molecular biology, genetics, and omics approaches, offering interdisciplinary insights. Prof Marakli collaborates with international research teams and contributes to high-impact journals, establishing her as a recognized authority in modern plant biotechnology and molecular agriculture.