Noncoding RNA Regulation in Plant Responses to Abiotic Stress

This chapter aims to provide an understanding of the regulatory and functional roles of noncoding RNAs (ncRNAs) in plant stress responses. This study explores various types of noncoding RNAs, including circular RNAs (circRNAs), microRNAs (miRNAs), and long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs). It investigates their regulatory interactions by utilizing the PncStress database. This chapter emphasizes the significant contributions of these noncoding RNAs to signaling pathways, gene expression modulation, and stress tolerance enhancement. This study specifically focuses on microRNAs and their precise regulation of stress-responsive gene expression. It also examines their roles in enhancing plant stress tolerance. By establishing the foundation for innovative strategies, this chapter aims to improve crop productivity and resilience against both biotic and abiotic stresses through the exploration of noncoding RNAs. Ultimately, it provides valuable insights and contributes to the advancement of the field of noncoding RNAs in plant stress biology.