Zinc plays many essential roles in life. As a strong Lewis acid that lacks redox activity under
environmental and cellular conditions, the Zn 2+ cation is central in determining protein …

Background Anemia, a morbid condition, is a global concern that affects people of all age
groups. This scenario has attracted the attention of several government organizations for …

Globally, many developing countries are facing silent epidemics of nutritional deficiencies in
human beings and animals. The lack of diversity in diet, ie, cereal-based crops deficient in …

Key message Knowledge of genetic variation, genetics, physiology/molecular basis and
breeding (including biotechnological approaches) for biofortification and bioavailability for …

Biofortification is a long-term strategy of delivering more iron (Fe) and zinc (Zn) to those most
in need. Plant breeding programs within the CGIAR and NARS have made major advances …

Plants are the ultimate source of iron in our diet, either directly as staple crops and
vegetables or indirectly via animal fodder. Increasing the iron concentration of edible parts of …

One out of three humans suffer from micronutrient deficiencies called “hidden hunger”.
Underprivileged people, including preschool children and women, suffer most from …

Less than 10% of the estimated average requirement (EAR) for iron and zinc is provided by
consumption of storage roots of the staple crop cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) in West …

Around 2 billion people are suffering from chronic malnutrition or “hidden hunger”, which is
the result of many diseases and disorders, including cognitive degeneration, stunting …

The micronutrient iron (Fe) is not only essential for plant survival and proliferation but also
crucial for healthy human growth and development. Rice and wheat are the two leading …