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Prof. Romina Alina Marc
Email: romina.vlaic@usamvcluj.ro
Affiliation: Food Engineering Department, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Research Interests: Aromatic and medicinal plants
Prof. Sezai Ercisli
Email: sercisli@gmail.com
Affiliation: Department of Horticulture, Faculty ofAgriculture, Ataturk University, 25240 Erzurum, Turkiye
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Research Interests: Plant Breeding and Genetics
Prof. Hafize Fidan
Email: h_fidan@uft-plovdiv.bg
Affiliation: University of Food Technologies, Plovdiv 4000, Bulgaria
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Research Interests: Food Science and Health Applications
Summary
Until a few decades ago, spicy and aromatic plants were widely used without in-depth scientific knowledge of their composition and properties. Traditionally valued for flavoring food and medicinal purposes, these plants have gained increasing attention due to their rich bioactive compounds and potential applications in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and agricultural industries. As a result, research has shifted towards the detailed analysis of their phytochemical profiles, genetic traits, and sustainable cultivation methods.
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive platform for studies focusing on the utilization of bioactive compounds from spicy and aromatic plants. It invites research on plant breeding and genetics to improve yield, quality, and stress resistance, particularly in the context of water deficit and other environmental challenges. Additionally, topics such as the extraction, characterization, and functional applications of essential oils, polyphenols, flavonoids, and other plant-derived natural products are highly relevant. The integration of innovative breeding techniques, sustainable agricultural practices, and advanced analytical methods will be explored to enhance the commercial potential of these plants.
Researchers in plant science, food science, and related fields are encouraged to contribute original research articles and reviews that advance the understanding and application of spicy and aromatic plants.
Keywords
aromatic plants, spicy plants, plant breeding, plant genetics, water deficit, plant extracts, bioactive compounds, natural products, essential oils, polyphenols, flavonoids; antioxidants.
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