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About the Premier Journal of Plant Biology (PJPB)

The Premier Journal of Plant Biology (PJPB) is an open-access, peer-reviewed, quarterly journal dedicated to the global advancement of research, education, and the scholarly understanding of Plant Biology. Part of Premier Science and led by Editor-in-Chief Dr. Dennis Clark of Phoenix, Arizona, PJPB fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, uniting researchers to address challenges like crop resilience and sustainable agriculture.

Publication frequency: quarterly
Indexing: Google Scholar, Ulrichsweb and others
Archived: British Library and Portico
ISSN: 2977-5965

Editor-in-Chief
Dr Dennis Clark BA, PhD
(Retired from Arizona State University)
Phoenix, Arizona
USA
drdennisclark@gmail.com

Aims and Scope

The PJPB is dedicated to the global advancement of research, education, and the scholarly understanding of plant biology. It aims to promote continued developments, discussion, and debate through the sharing of knowledge, ideas, and good practice across all branches of plant biology. These include:

Morphology
Anatomy
Physiology
Genetics
Cell biology
Evolution
Molecular biology
Systematics
Ecology
Palaeobotany
Ethnobotany
Phytochemistry
Biotechnology
Pathology
Agronomy

The PJPB delivers critically peer-reviewed, carefully selected and edited, and up-to-date publications about advances in the fields that are relevant to them.

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The Premier Journal of Plant Biology articles deliver cutting-edge insights into botanical advancements and sustainable agriculture. Explore recent publications in this premier journal of plant biology and submit your work via the eWorkFlow portal to contribute to global plant biology research.

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Archive

Volume 5 – October – December 2025

Volume 4 – July – September 2025

Volume 3 – April – June 2025

Volume 2 – January – March 2025

Volume 1 – October-December 2024

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Volume 5 – October – December 2025

Fig 1 | Various therapeutic property of N. sativa (Black cumin seeds)

Therapeutic Properties of Nigella sativa (Black Cumin Seeds): A Review
Muhammad Imran Qadir and Ramsha Shahzad
Institute of Molecular biology and Biotechnology, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;5:100022

Volume 4 – July – September 2025

Infographic titled “Neem & Calotropis vs Superbugs.” Four panels show: (1) Study snapshot—Kashere, Nigeria; disc diffusion and MIC assays; (2) Bugs tested—Pseudomonas aeruginosa (highest resistance), Proteus mirabilis, Salmonella enterica, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Aeromonas hydrophila; (3) Findings—high resistance to β-lactams, aminoglycosides and fluoroquinolones; plant extracts produced clear inhibition zones that varied by plant and solvent; (4) Takeaways—promising natural alternatives; next steps include isolating active compounds, standardising dose and toxicity testing. Friendly, cartoony icons in blue-green palette, sized to 540 px wide with generous margins to avoid text cut-off.

Phenotypic Antibacterial Resistance Profiles of Azadirachta indica and Calotropis procera Fresh Leaf Extracts Against Multidrug-Resistant Pathogens
Hajara S. Labaran¹, Habiba U. Aliyu², Mohammed S. Isyaka³, Bemgba B. Nyakuma³, Ahmed I. Galadima² and Census Jehu²
1. Department of Biological Sciences, North-Eastern University, Gombe, Nigeria
2. Department of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Kashere, Gombe, Nigeria
3. Department of Chemical Sciences, North-Eastern University, Gombe, Nigeria
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;4:100019

Fig 1 | Structure and functional domains of the PM H-ATPase. The enzyme contains 10 transmembrane helices, with an extracellular N-terminal regulatory domain and a cytosolic C-terminal autoinhibitory domain. Cytosolic catalytic domains include the nucleotide-binding (N), phosphorylation (P), and actuator (A) domains

Lipid-Protein Interplay: How the Plant Plasma Membrane H-ATPase Dynamically Interacts with Its Lipid Environment: A Review
Ram Kumar
Department of Plant Protection, Agritec Plant Research, Sumperk, Czech Republic
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;4:100021

Fig 8 | Codon usage bias analysis before and after codon optimization

Molecular Cloning Strategy and Vector Design for ScWRKY5 Gene from Sugarcane Targeted to Tomato: A Framework for Abiotic Stress Tolerance Studies
Ambreen Ilyas
School of Biological Sciences, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;4:100020

Fig 2 | Effects of microbiome manipulation

Harnessing Biotechnology for Enhanced Crop Resistance and Dietary Quality
Saira Sameen, M. Bilal Khalil and M. Usama Khalil
Department of Life Sciences, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;4:100018

Volume 3 – April – June 2025

Fig 2 | Key environmental factors that optimize SB for crop improvement

Enhancing Crop Improvement with Speed Breeding: Applications, Challenges, and Future Prospects
Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;3:100017

Fig 2 | Effect of Salicylic Acid.

The Ameliorative Effect of Foliar Applied Salicylic Acid on Zinc Toxicity in Diverse Maize Genotypes
Saira Sameen
Department of Life Sciences, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;3:100016

Fig 1 | Integration of sustainable agriculture practices in the modern agriculture system

Advancing Modern Agriculture: Integrating Sustainable Practices for a Resilient Future
Muhammad Ahtisham, Fatima Obaid and Hafiz Ammar Noor Sattari
Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;3:100015

Fig 1 | Biotechnological advances in crop production

Integrating Biotechnology into Plant Biology: Challenges and Future Directions
Saira Sameen and M. Bilal Khalil
Department of Life Sciences, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;3:100014

Fig 4 | Advancements in nutrient management

Advancements in Plant Nutrition: Enhancing Crop Yield and Quality
Amita Kajrolkar
Freelance Writer, Mumbai, India
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;3:100013

Fig 1 | Multi-omics integration for plant stress response

Integrating Multi-Omics Data for Plant Stress Response: Current Advances and Future Directions
Amita Kajrolkar
Freelance writer, Mumbai, India
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;3:100012

Deep Learning Applications in Plant Biology: Bridging Genotype and Phenotype
Amita Kajrolkar
Freelance writer, Mumbai, India
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;3:100011

Volume 2 – January – March 2025

Fig 3 | Organelle function in plant biomass production

Unraveling the Molecular Mechanisms of Plant Growth: A Complete Evolution
Saira Sameen1, Kausar Hussain Shah2 and M. Bilal Khalil1
1. Department of Life Sciences, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
2. Institute of Botany, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;2:100010

Fig 1 | Plant health and ecosystem

Global Warming and Plant Fluctuation: Untangling Complex Environmental Interactions
Saira Sameen1, Kausar Hussain Shah2, Iqra Khalil1 and M. Bilal Khalil1
¹Department of Life Sciences, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
²Institute of Botany, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;2:100009

Fig 1 | Plant responses to drought stress

Resilience and Adaptation: Plant Responses to Environmental Stressors
Saira Sameen
Department of Life Sciences, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2025;2:100008

Volume 1 – October-December 2024

Fig 1 | Comprehensive schematic representation of epigenetic mechanisms highlighting DNA methylation, histone modification, and chromatin remodeling interactions influencing gene expression Attribution: Wahane S, Halawani D, Zhou X and Zou H

Harnessing Epigenetic Mechanisms for Crop Resilience:
A Comprehensive Review of Plant Responses to Biotic and Abiotic Stresses
Muhammad Ahtisham and Zainab Obaid
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2024;1:100007

Fig 2 | Mechanisms of DNA repair following CRISPR-CAS9 induced double-stranded breaks

Understanding Modern Techniques and Tools to Revolutionize Plant Breeding for Sustainable Crop Improvement
Muhammad Ahtisham and Zainab Obaid
University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2024;1:100006

Fig 3 | Most common techniques used in precision agriculture

A Review of Machine Learning Techniques for Precision Agriculture and Crop Yield Prediction
Muhammad Faraz Manzoor
Department of Computer Science, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2024;1:100005

Fig 2 | Schematic representation of transcription activator-like effector nucleases (TALENs): (A) TALE DNA-binding domains are fused to the nuclease effector domains of FokI. (B) FokI is active only as a dimer; therefore, a pair of TALENs is assembled to position FokI nuclease domains to genomic target sites

Crop Improvement Using CRISPR/Cas9 Systems: Advances and Challenges
Saumya Shah
CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2024;1:100004

Fig 1 | Functional diagram of Agrobacterium-mediated gene transfer aided by a plant virus Attribution: Frank Sainsbury & George P Lomonossoff, CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Understanding Genetically Modified Crops (GMOs): Benefits, Risks, and Future Prospects
Muhammad Ahtisham and Zainab Obaid
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2024;1:100003

Introducing the Premier Journal of Plant Biology
Dennis Clark
Editor-in-Chief, Premier Journal of Plant Biology
School of Life Sciences, Arizona State University, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2024;1:100002

Fig 1 | The components of CRISPR/CAS9 Attribution: Mariuswalter, translation by The Bartgry, via Wikimedia Commons

The Role of CRISPR/CAS9 Technology in Enhancing Crop Resilience to Climate Change
Muhammad Ahtisham and Zainab Obaid
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Plant Biology 2024;1:100001

Premier Journal of Plant Biology FAQs

How long does the manuscript review process take?

Our streamlined eWorkFlow system means our review process is smooth and efficient. Authors typically receive a first decision within 4-6 weeks of submission, depending on reviewer availability and subject complexity.

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What types of plant biology can I submit to PJPB?

PJPB accepts original research, reviews, and technical notes in areas like plant genetics, molecular biology, ecology, and biotechnology. As a leading journal of plant biology, PJPB welcomes studies on CRISPR in crops, plant stress responses, and sustainable agriculture.

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