Contribution of Secondary Metabolism to Grapevine Growth and Development
A special issue of Agronomy (ISSN 2073-4395). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant-Crop Biology and Biochemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (15 March 2024) | Viewed by 116
Special Issue Editor
Interests: ampelography; eco-physiology of grapes ripening; (a)biotic stress factors; primary and secondary metabolites of grapes and wines; application of climate change adaptation techniques
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Dear Colleagues,
Secondary metabolites in grapevine vegetative and generative organs involve the production of various specialized compounds with important ecological and physiological roles.
Carotenoids and polyphenols are essential protectors of photosynthetic apparatus through the absorption of high-energy photons, neutralization of reactive oxygen species and dissipation of excess energy. Flavonoids and proanthocyanidins are defense compounds that deter herbivores and inhibit the oviposition of eggs or the growth of pathogen microorganisms. Resveratrol and other stilbene compounds act as phytoalexins. Anthocyanins, monoterpenes, and sesquiterpenes have important evolutionary roles, as attractant compounds for pollinators and beneficial insects and birds.
The quantity and composition of secondary metabolites are influenced by variety, agroecological conditions and factors related to abiotic and biotic stress. These compounds are essential for the sensory experience (color, flavor, and fragrance) of the berries, juice, and wine, and differences between varieties and vintages of wines. Viticulturists and oenologists carefully manage the synthesis and extraction of those compounds to achieve the desired flavor and aroma profiles for their products.
Recent advances in genomics and biotechnology have a profound impact on understanding and manipulating the biosynthesis of secondary metabolites in grapevine.
The present Special Issue welcomes original research articles and reviews that delve into the biosynthesis, regulation, and diversity of secondary metabolites, the impact of different agroecological conditions and biotic interactions on the synthesis of those compounds, and strategies for optimizing grape and wine quality.
Dr. Ana Mucalo
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- carotenoid
- flavonoid
- proanthocyanidin
- resveratrol
- stilbene compound
- anthocyanin
- monoterpene
- sesquiterpene
- phenolic
- polyphenol
- terpenoid
- alkaloid
- glucosinolate
