Research Group on Biotechnological Improvement of Plants of Agronomic and Aquacultural Interest - BIOPlants

Reference of the Group:

GIUV2025-667

 
Description of research activity:
The Research Group on Biotechnological Improvement of Plant Species of Agronomic and Aquatic Importance (BIOPlants) focuses its activity on the study and application of advanced biotechnological techniques for the improvement of terrestrial and aquatic plant species. This approach encompasses both basic science research and projects aimed at solving practical problems related to sustainable agriculture, environmental conservation and improving the quality of life in resource-poor communities. The research lines of the group are oriented towards the optimization of key metabolic processes, such as the biosynthesis of essential amino acids, with the aim of increasing the efficiency and resilience of crops in the face of climate change and environmental stresses. In parallel, we develop micropropagation and genetic transformation protocols for terrestrial and aquatic species, which not only improve their productivity, but also facilitate their use in the restoration of damaged ecosystems. Another central aspect of our activity is phytoremediation, where we identify and improve plant species to decontaminate soils and waters affected by heavy metals and other pollutants. This work...The Research Group on Biotechnological Improvement of Plant Species of Agronomic and Aquatic Importance (BIOPlants) focuses its activity on the study and application of advanced biotechnological techniques for the improvement of terrestrial and aquatic plant species. This approach encompasses both basic science research and projects aimed at solving practical problems related to sustainable agriculture, environmental conservation and improving the quality of life in resource-poor communities. The research lines of the group are oriented towards the optimization of key metabolic processes, such as the biosynthesis of essential amino acids, with the aim of increasing the efficiency and resilience of crops in the face of climate change and environmental stresses. In parallel, we develop micropropagation and genetic transformation protocols for terrestrial and aquatic species, which not only improve their productivity, but also facilitate their use in the restoration of damaged ecosystems. Another central aspect of our activity is phytoremediation, where we identify and improve plant species to decontaminate soils and waters affected by heavy metals and other pollutants. This work contributes both to the restoration of degraded environments and to the generation of new tools for environmental conservation. In addition, the group is committed to international cooperation initiatives, collaborating with communities in developing countries to foster sustainable agricultural development and promote the empowerment of women as agents of change. Through this multidisciplinary vision, BIOPlants seeks to generate innovative and sustainable solutions to global challenges, integrating scientific knowledge with practical applications that benefit society and the environment.
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Scientific-technical goals:
  • Mejorar el metabolismo primario y la eficiencia de los cultivos mediante la modificacion de rutas metabolicas clave
  • Establecimiento protocolos de cultivo in vitro y transformacion genetica para plantas acuaticas y otros cultivos de interes
  • Mejorar la calidad y productividad de especies vegetales agricolas y acuicolas
 
Research lines:
  • Characterization of genes related to the biosynthesis of the amino acid serine and its derivatives.Durante los últimos años hemos caracterizado funcionalmente la ruta fosforilativa de biosíntesis de serina, y en la actualidad nuestro objetivo es identificar factores de transcripción que regulen los genes de esta ruta, así como esta ruta está involucrada en la tolerancia a algunos estreses.
  • Development and optimization of micropropagation and genetic transformation protocols for terrestrial and aquatic plant species.Terrestrial and aquatic plants in our rivers and lakes also suffer from various stresses due to water pollution. Therefore, establishing protocols for their rapid propagation can be vitally important for damaged environments that need to be repopulated.
  • Phytoremediation using selected or modified wild plants.The identification of plant species that can be used for phytoremediation and the study of their physiology allows us to use biotechnological improvements to increase their capacity for this purpose.
  • Improvement of production and green spaces in resource-limited communities.We collaborate with different research groups and NGOs to improve agricultural production in low-income communities, where women play a central role. Our goal is to empower them by encouraging them to take the lead in these initiatives.
 
Group members:
Name Nature of participation Entity Description
JESUS MUÑOZ BERTOMEUDirectorUniversitat de València
Research team
ESTER PEREZ LORENCESCollaboratorUniversitat de València
OSCAR ENRIQUE ANDREU SANCHEZCollaboratorUniversitat de València
FRANCISCO MARCO PICOCollaboratorUniversitat de València
EUGENIO GOMEZ MINGUETCollaboratorUniversitat de València
ALEJANDRO TORRES MONCHOCollaboratorUniversitat de València
ALEJANDRO TORRES MONCHOCollaboratorUniversitat de València - Estudi GeneralUVEG PhD student
 
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Associated structure:
  • Plant Biology