Abstract

Nematology originated as a specific monophyletic science stemming from more general disciplines like zoology and natural history, and early studies concerned descriptions and taxonomy. Research work was intensified in the 50's, when monocultures of industrial cropping systems required effective nematode management tools. Actual research is part of advanced endeavours, largely multidisciplinar, integrating approaches ranging from ecology to molecular biology and genome studies. As defined by FAO, food security means that all people have the right to sufficient and safe food. A fundamental ethic committment of research in agriculture is then how to satisfy, in space and time, any dietary need and preference for a healthy life. A key issue concerns the transfer and application of main achievements and knowledge in other regions of the world, with different needs. Challenges include facing the consequences of demography and climate changes or other threats present. We have to recognize that the magnitude of the problems to afford is much more demanding than ever in the history of agriculture, either in terms of research and technology transfer. Given the social, political or economic roots of many food security threats, nematology may only partially contribute to reach this goal. Actual advances of scientific knowledge, spanning from genomes to plant biology and ecosystem services are, however, very significant. To solve or at least alleviate some of the food security problems affecting many rural systems and communities, nematology may contribute to reach specific milestones through the international cooperation. Fundamental are the freedom and right for access to education and scientific information for everyone, and the support of global efforts aiming at an independent production of knowledge.

Autore Pugliese

• Ciancio Aurelio

Tutti gli autori

• A. Ciancio

Titolo volume/Rivista

Nematropica

Anno di pubblicazione

2015

ISSN

0099-5444

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