About the Journal
Aims and Scope
PhytoNexus is a rigorous peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the field of plant sciences by providing a platform for high-quality, genuine interdisciplinary research. The journal fosters collaboration and innovation across a broad spectrum of plant sciences, encompassing natural product chemistry, herbal applications, and their industrial and pharmaceutical potentials. It aims to publish original research, reviews, and critical perspectives that enhance our understanding of plant systems and their interactions with the environment, society, and technology.
PhytoNexus bridges the gap between fundamental research and practical solutions, addressing global challenges such as food security, biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and climate change adaptation. By offering a platform for scientists, educators, practitioners, and policymakers, the journal promotes the dissemination of innovative findings and fosters interdisciplinary dialogue for the advancement of plant sciences and their applications.
The journal’s scope includes, but is not limited to:
- Plant Physiology and Biochemistry: Studies on plant metabolism, growth, development, and physiological responses to environmental stimuli.
- Plant Genetics and Genomics: Research on plant genetic diversity, molecular genetics, genome mapping, and the application of genomic technologies in plant breeding.
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology: Investigations into plant ecology, evolutionary processes, species interactions, and ecosystem dynamics.
- Plant Biotechnology: Innovations in genetic engineering, tissue culture, and bioprospecting for sustainable agricultural practices and crop improvement.
- Plant Pathology: Research on plant diseases, pathogen interactions, disease resistance mechanisms, and management strategies.
- Agronomy and Sustainable Agriculture: Studies focused on crop production, soil health, agroecology, and sustainable farming practices.
- Ethnobotany and Conservation Biology: Exploration of the relationship between plants and human cultures, as well as conservation strategies for endangered plant species and habitats.
- Phytochemistry and Pharmacology: Research on the chemical compounds found in plants, their biological activities, potential therapeutic applications, and the role of phytochemicals in traditional medicine and drug discovery.
- Climate Change Impact on Plants: Research addressing how climate change affects plant physiology, distribution, and ecosystem services.
- Novel Formulation of Herbals: Innovative approaches to developing and optimizing herbal formulations for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and nutraceutical applications.
- Recovery of Natural Bioactive Compounds: Studies focusing on the extraction of bioactive compounds from agricultural and food industry byproducts, promoting sustainable resource utilization.
- Green and Sustainable Chemistry: Advancements in eco-friendly and sustainable practices in the development and production of herbal products.
- Advanced Omics Approaches: Utilizing metabolomics, peptidomics, transcriptomics, and related omics techniques to investigate the complexities of plant systems, their environmental interactions, and their potential applications in drug discovery and therapeutic development
- Phytonanotechnology: Plant-derived materials and compounds in nanotechnology applications, plant-mediated synthesis of nanoparticles, biocompatibility and toxicology, applications in medicine, environment, and agriculture
