This chapter primarily ties to SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) through its focus on algal peptides for sustainable crop improvement and agricultural applications. The research demonstrates how algal extracts and peptides can serve as eco-friendly biostimulants, biofertilizers, and biopesticides that enhance plant growth, stress tolerance, and resistance to diseases while reducing dependence on synthetic chemicals. The chapter also connects to SDG 15 (Life on Land) by promoting sustainable agricultural practices that improve soil health, enhance soil microbiome diversity, and support environmental protection through natural alternatives to toxic chemicals.

This review follows the evolution of seed science with a forward-looking view on using AI-based methodologies to improve seed innovation. In doing so, the authors hope to reduce the threats to food security from climate change.

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The combination of climate change, growing population, and development of urbanization has exacerbated the existing water resources crisis.

This paper examines whether pursuing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Bangladesh leads to improved labour market outcomes compared to general education.

As the latest annual flagship report in the series, it details synergistic pathways for simultaneous pollution control and carbon reduction to drive green economic growth in China, offering highly actionable policy insights and real-world experience for advancing national climate goals.

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This chapter directly supports SDG 15 (Life on Land) by demonstrating how soil microorganisms are fundamental to terrestrial ecosystem health and biodiversity conservation. The research emphasizes that preserving soil microbial diversity is essential for sustainable land management and ecosystem resilience, which aligns with SDG 15's focus on protecting and restoring terrestrial ecosystems. The chapter also connects to SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) through its emphasis on how soil microorganisms enhance nutrient availability and promote plant growth, particularly in the rhizosphere. The microbial processes in nutrient cycling, including carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus cycles, are essential for sustainable agriculture and crop productivity. The findings underscore that maintaining soil health through microbial diversity is vital for food security.