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ReviewFunctional & integrative genomics2025

Metabolic engineering of lipids for crop resilience and nutritional improvements towards sustainable agriculture.

Swati Mangla, Yogesh K Ahlawat, Gaurav Pathak, Nisha Sharma, Maryam Samani, Veer Bhan, Jemaa Essemine, Yashirdisai Sampasivam, Navjot Singh Brar, Anurag Malik and 3 more

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Review in Functional & integrative genomics, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

13 authors.

Swati ManglaDepartment of Biotechnology, University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Haryana, 124001, India.
Yogesh K AhlawatAllied Health Sciences, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, Maharashtra, India. ykahlawa@mtu.edu.
Gaurav PathakDepartment of Biotechnology, University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Haryana, 124001, India.
Nisha SharmaDepartment of Biotechnology, Graphic Era, Deemed to be University, Clement Town, Dehradun, 248002, Uttarakhand, India.
Maryam SamaniSoil Sciences Department, University of Zanjan, Zanjan, Iran.
Veer BhanDepartment of Biotechnology, University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Haryana, 124001, India.
Jemaa EssemineBioinformatics Section, Department of Informatics, University of Quebec at Montreal, Pavillon President-Kennedy, Montreal, QC, H2X 3Y7, Canada.
Yashirdisai SampasivamInstitute of Systems Biology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, UKM, 43600, Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia.
Navjot Singh BrarDepartment of Vegetable Sciences, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab, 144004, India.
Anurag MalikDivision of Research and Innovation, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, 24800, India.
Vikas RamtekeS. G. College of Agriculture and Research Station, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Jagdalpur, India.
Shivali GuptaDepartment of Chemistry, School of Chemical Engineering and Physical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India.
Sumati ChoubeyChandigarh Group of Colleges, Jhanjeri, Mohali, Punjab, India.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Metabolic engineering of lipids in crops presents a promising strategy to enhance resilience against environmental stressors while improving nutritional quality. By manipulating key enzymes in lipid metabolism, introducing novel genes, and utilizing genome editing technologies, researchers have improved crop tolerance to abiotic stresses such as drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures. Additionally, modified lipid pathways contribute to resistance against biotic stresses, including pathogen attacks and pest infestations. Engineering multiple stress-resistance traits through lipid metabolism offers a holistic approach to strengthening crop resilience amid changing environmental conditions. Beyond stress tolerance, lipid engineering enhances the nutritional profile of crops by increasing beneficial lipids such as omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants. This dual approach not only improves crop yield and quality but also supports global food security by ensuring sustainable agricultural production. Integrating advanced biotechnological tools with a deeper understanding of lipid biology paves the way for developing resilient, nutrient-rich crops capable of withstanding climate change and feeding a growing population.

Indexed as

Crops, AgriculturalLipid MetabolismMetabolic EngineeringAgricultureStress, PhysiologicalCrop resilienceLipid tailoringMetabolic engineeringNutritional profilingStress toleranceSustainable agriculture

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PMID40167787

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