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Alonso Zavafer¹, Harvey Bates², Cristian Mancilla³

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Phenomics, the study of plant traits, lacks a clear definition, leading to inconsistent research. This review examines the conceptual framework of phenomics to address this scientific controversy.

Keywords:

omics phenome phenomics phenotype

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Area of Science:

Plant biology
Agricultural science
Genomics

Background:

Phenomics, a burgeoning field primarily in crop sciences, focuses on studying plant traits.
The discipline has largely advanced through technical development, with less emphasis on its conceptual underpinnings.
Diverse interpretations of phenomics have led to a lack of consensus and comparability across studies.

Purpose of the Study:

To critically evaluate the conceptual framework of phenomics.
To address the 'conceptual controversy' arising from varied interpretations of phenomic studies.
To highlight the importance of a unified conceptual basis for advancing phenomic research.

Main Methods:

Literature review and conceptual analysis of phenomic studies, particularly in plant sciences.
Examination of the operationalization and conceptualization of phenomics.
Identification of inconsistencies in the definition and application of phenomic research.

Main Results:

A significant lack of consensus exists regarding the definition and scope of phenomic studies.
The conceptual framework of phenomics is underdeveloped compared to its technical aspects.
Disparate interpretations hinder the comparability and integration of phenomic research findings.

Conclusions:

Establishing a clear and unified conceptual framework is crucial for the advancement of phenomics.
Resolving the conceptual controversy will enable more robust and comparable phenomic research.
Standardizing phenomic concepts is essential for its effective application in crop sciences and beyond.