This book investigates the complex phenomenon of photosynthesis by integrating mathematical modeling across multiple scales, from molecular interactions to global ecosystems. The authors, including renowned experts Agu Laisk, Govindjee, and Ladislav Nedbal, present a comprehensive approach to understanding photosynthesis. Utilizing contemporary computer simulations, the book explores how these models can predict plant responses to environmental changes, such as rising temperatures and CO2 concentrations. The work is structured around contributions from 44 international authorities, offering a diverse perspective on quantitative analysis in biological systems.

The book is presented as a unique volume offering an integrated approach to understanding photosynthesis through mathematical modeling. Its scope spans from the biophysics of light interaction with pigment systems to the dynamics of plants within ecosystems and global environmental issues. The work emphasizes the power of quantitative analysis and contemporary computer simulations to predict photosynthetic responses to changing environmental conditions, such as increasing temperature and atmospheric CO2 concentration. Chapters are authored by 44 international experts, providing a broad and deep exploration of the subject.