High-Tech and Micropropagation I

Bajaj, Y. P. S.

Presented here is another classic from this series and deals with general aspects of micropropagation of plants for commercial exploitation. It includes chapters on setting up a commercial laboratory, meristem culture, somatic embryogenesis, factors affecting micropropagation, disposable vessels, vitrification, acclimatization, induction of rooting, artificial substrates, cryopreservation and artificial seed. Special emphasis is given on modern approaches and developing technologies such as automation and bioreactors, robots in transplanting, artificial intelligence, information management and computerized greenhouses for en masse commercial production of plants.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2011-11-22

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783642764172

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-76415-8

Dimensions: 242.0cm x170.0cm

Pages: 555.0