Biological effects of radiation on crop genetics in Iraq
الباحث الأول:
رنا فاضل موسى
الباحثين الآخرين:
روا معايد علي2، علي سعيد جاسيم3*، غانيم صاحب عبد3 وريا فاضل ريدج4
المجلة:
شبكة مؤتمرات BIO رقم الشبكة الإلكترونية: 2117-4458
تاريخ النشر:
14 نوفمبر، 2025
مختصر البحث:
This study explores the biological and genetic impacts of radiation-based techniques applied to agricultural development in Iraq. Emphasis is placed on the use of ionizing radiation for inducing genetic mutations, improving crop traits, and enhancin…
This study explores the biological and genetic impacts of radiation-based techniques applied to agricultural development in Iraq. Emphasis is placed on the use of ionizing radiation for inducing genetic mutations, improving crop traits, and enhancing plant resistance to environmental stresses. Recent experimental results from Iraqi research centers are analyzed within the framework of international cooperation and mutation breeding programs supported by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Radiation exposure at controlled doses has been shown to generate beneficial heritable variations in several crop species, contributing to higher yield potential and improved stress tolerance. The study discusses the underlying biological mechanisms of radiation-induced mutagenesis, including DNA alteration, repair pathways, and gene expression modulation. Findings highlight the importance of integrating radiation biology with modern biotechnological approaches to accelerate sustainable crop improvement and strengthen food security under Iraq’s climatic and ecological conditions
