Open AccessVaccinating plants
Author(s) -
Tamás Kőmíves
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
ecocycles
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2416-2140
DOI - 10.19040/ecocycles.v8i1.213
Subject(s) - vaccination , immunization , perspective (graphical) , biology , computer science , immune system , risk analysis (engineering) , microbiology and biotechnology , computational biology , immunology , medicine , artificial intelligence
Plant immune systems rely on their ability to recognize enemy molecules, carry out signal transduction, and respond defensively through pathways involving many genes and their products. This Perspective paper aims to explore current views on the vaccination (immunization) of plants against diseases caused by microorganisms and their (macro)molecular components, paying special attention to practical applications. We conclude that the technique of vaccination to control plant disease needs to be further investigated, developed, and considered for wider implementation in plant protection practice.