Elsevier Intelligent Gene Editing in Plants: The Convergence of AI and CRISPR

Intelligent Gene Editing in Plants analyzes how AI-enabled design and CRISPR-based genome engineering are reshaping plant genetics, with a clear functional focus on delivering durable gains in crop productivity, stress tolerance, and nutritional quality. The work unfolds in three parts: [i] a foundational survey of genome-editing technologies and the evolving role of AI in precise trait modifications and outcome prediction; [ii] a thorough exploration of applications and synergies, including AI-assisted gRNA optimization, off-target mitigation, regulatory-network analysis, and trait enhancement for disease resistance and climate resilience; and [iii] an emerging-horizons section on cis-regulatory edits, omics integration, synthetic biology, and next-generation editing. Throughout, the volume interweaves practical experiences, cutting-edge methodologies, and case studies, alongside discussions of biosafety, ethical concerns, governance, and public perception, providing a holistic, decision-ready resource for students, researchers, practitioners, and regulatory authorities to navigate the opportunities and responsibilities of plant gene editing, with significant implications for sustainable agriculture and global food security. Bridges CRISPR and AI into a unified platform that enables adaptive prototyping, rigorous validation, and scalable deployment in diverse cropping systems Streamlines design-to-delivery pipelines, realizing more reliable translation into crop improvements and shorter development timelines Integrates multi-omics data, phenotypic profiles, and environmental context to model performance and guide targeted interventions