Transgenic approaches offer promising strategies to enhance the phytoremediation potential of Ipomoea aquatica, a fast-growing aquatic plant known for its ability to accumulate pollutants. Genetic modification techniques have been used to introduce or overexpress genes involved in metal uptake, transport, sequestration, and detoxification, such as metallothioneins, phytochelatin synthases, and antioxidant enzymes. These modifications improve the plant’s tolerance to heavy metals and organic contaminants while increasing accumulation efficiency. Transgenic Ipomoea aquatica thus represents a valuable tool for sustainable and efficient remediation of contaminated water and soil environments.

Congratulations to Dr. Rajesh Jesudasan and Dr. Pinku Gogoi

• Dr. Rajesh Jesudasan (Professor and Dean,) School of Pharmacy, The Assam Kaziranga University
• Dr. Pinku Gogoi (Associate Professor) School of Pharmacy, The Assam Kaziranga University