Advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana

The cultivation of bananas and plantains (Musa spp.) holds significant global economic importance, but faces numerous challenges, which may include diverse abiotic and biotic factors such as drought and various diseases caused by fungi, viruses, and bacteria. The genetic and asexual nature of cultiv...

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Main Authors: Adero, M.O., Tripathi, J., Tripathi, L.
Format: Journal Article
Language:Inglés
Published: MDPI 2023
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/131794
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Tripathi, J.
Tripathi, L.
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description The cultivation of bananas and plantains (Musa spp.) holds significant global economic importance, but faces numerous challenges, which may include diverse abiotic and biotic factors such as drought and various diseases caused by fungi, viruses, and bacteria. The genetic and asexual nature of cultivated banana cultivars makes them unattractive for improvement via traditional breeding. To overcome these constraints, modern biotechnological approaches like genetic modification and genome editing have become essential for banana improvement. However, these techniques rely on somatic embryogenesis, which has only been successfully achieved in a limited number of banana cultivars. Therefore, developing new strategies for improving somatic embryogenesis in banana is crucial. This review article focuses on advancements in banana somatic embryogenesis, highlighting the progress, the various stages of regeneration, cryopreservation techniques, and the molecular mechanisms underlying the process. Furthermore, this article discusses the factors that could influence somatic embryogenesis and explores the prospects for improving the process, especially in recalcitrant banana cultivars. By addressing these challenges and exploring potential solutions, researchers aim to unlock the full potential of somatic embryogenesis as a tool for banana improvement, ultimately benefiting the global banana industry.
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spelling CGSpace1317942025-12-08T10:29:22Z Advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana Adero, M.O. Tripathi, J. Tripathi, L. cryopreservation morphogenesis genes bananas plantains The cultivation of bananas and plantains (Musa spp.) holds significant global economic importance, but faces numerous challenges, which may include diverse abiotic and biotic factors such as drought and various diseases caused by fungi, viruses, and bacteria. The genetic and asexual nature of cultivated banana cultivars makes them unattractive for improvement via traditional breeding. To overcome these constraints, modern biotechnological approaches like genetic modification and genome editing have become essential for banana improvement. However, these techniques rely on somatic embryogenesis, which has only been successfully achieved in a limited number of banana cultivars. Therefore, developing new strategies for improving somatic embryogenesis in banana is crucial. This review article focuses on advancements in banana somatic embryogenesis, highlighting the progress, the various stages of regeneration, cryopreservation techniques, and the molecular mechanisms underlying the process. Furthermore, this article discusses the factors that could influence somatic embryogenesis and explores the prospects for improving the process, especially in recalcitrant banana cultivars. By addressing these challenges and exploring potential solutions, researchers aim to unlock the full potential of somatic embryogenesis as a tool for banana improvement, ultimately benefiting the global banana industry. 2023 2023-09-06T15:32:44Z 2023-09-06T15:32:44Z Journal Article https://hdl.handle.net/10568/131794 en Open Access application/pdf MDPI Adero, M.O., Tripathi, J. & Tripathi, L. (2023). Advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(13): 10999, 1-16.
spellingShingle cryopreservation
morphogenesis
genes
bananas
plantains
Adero, M.O.
Tripathi, J.
Tripathi, L.
Advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana
title Advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana
title_full Advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana
title_fullStr Advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana
title_full_unstemmed Advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana
title_short Advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana
title_sort advances in somatic embryogenesis of banana
topic cryopreservation
morphogenesis
genes
bananas
plantains
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