Kumbirai Ivyne Mateva, Ein Mahenga, Terrence Matibiri, Casper Nyaradzai Kamutando, Frank Magama, Susan Dimbi

Genotype-specific morphophysiological adaptations and proline accumulation uncover drought adaptation complexity in hemp (Cannabis sativa and Cannabis indica)

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Genotype-specific morphophysiological adaptations and proline accumulation uncover drought adaptation complexity in hemp (cannabis sativa and cannabis indica). Explore genotype-specific morphophysiological adaptations and proline accumulation in Cannabis sativa & indica, uncovering complex drought adaptation in hemp.

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The primary and most significant issue with this submission is the complete absence of an abstract. An abstract is a fundamental component of any scientific manuscript, serving as a concise summary of the study's background, objectives, methodologies, key findings, and conclusions. Without this critical information, a reviewer is unable to accurately gauge the paper's scope, assess its novelty, understand its main arguments, or determine its suitability for the journal. This omission severely hinders any attempt at a meaningful preliminary evaluation. Based solely on the title, "Genotype-specific morphophysiological adaptations and proline accumulation uncover drought adaptation complexity in hemp (Cannabis sativa and Cannabis indica)," the proposed research appears to address a highly relevant and timely topic. Drought stress is a major limiting factor in agriculture, and understanding adaptation mechanisms in hemp, a crop of increasing economic importance, holds significant value. The title suggests a comprehensive approach, examining both morphological and physiological traits, as well as a key biochemical marker (proline), across different *Cannabis* genotypes. The emphasis on "complexity" implies a nuanced investigation into genotype-by-environment interactions, which could contribute significantly to breeding efforts for drought-resilient hemp cultivars. However, despite the promising nature implied by the title, a substantive review of the methodology, results, and discussion is impossible without the abstract. Therefore, I strongly recommend that the authors provide a complete abstract immediately. Once the abstract is furnished, a proper assessment of the manuscript's scientific rigor, clarity, and contribution to the field can commence. Until then, any further review is premature.

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