Several nano-scale devices have emerged that are capable of analysing plant diseases, nutrient deficiencies and any other ailments that may affect food security in agro-ecosystems. It has been envisioned that smart delivery systems can be developed and utilised for better management of agricultural ecosystems. These systems could exhibit beneficial, multi-functional characteristics, which could be used to assess and also control habitat-imposed stresses to crops.Nanoparticle-mediated smart delivery systems can control the delivery of nutrients or bioactive and/or pesticide molecules in plants. It has been suggested that nano-particles in plants might help determine their nutrient status and could also be used as cures in agro-ecosystems. Further, to enhance soil and crop productivity, nanotechnology has been used to create and deliver nano fertilizers, which can be defined as nano-particles that directly help supply nutrients for plant growth and soil productivity. Nano-particles can be absorbed onto clay networks, leading to improved soil health and more efficient nutrient use by crops. Additionally, fertilizer particles can be coated with nano-particles that facilitate slow and steady release of nutrients, reducing loss of nutrients and enhancing their efficiency in agri-crops. Although the use of nanotechnology in agro-ecosystems is still in its early stages and needs to be developed further, nano-particle-mediated delivery systems are promising solutions for the successful management of agri-ecosystems. In this context, the book offers insights into nanotechnology in agro-ecosystems with reference to biogenic nanoparticles. It highlights the: * occurrence and diversity of Biogenic Nanoparticles* mechanistic approach involved in the synthesis of biogenic nanoparticles* synthesis of nanoparticles using photo-activation, and their fate in the soil ecosystem* potential applicationsof nanoparticles in agricultural systems* application and biogenic synthesis of gold nanoparticles and their characterization* impact of biogenic nanoparticles on biotic stress to plants* mechanistic approaches involved in the antimicrobial effects and cytotoxicity of biogenic nanoparticles* role of biogenic nanoparticles in plant diseases management* relevance of biological synthesized nanoparticles in the longevity of agricultural crops * design and synthesis of nano-biosensors for monitoring pollutants in water, soil and plant systems* applications of nanotechnology in agriculture with special refer to soil, water and plant sciencesA useful resource for postgraduate and research students in the field of plant and agricultural sciences, it is also of interest to researchers working in nano and biotechnology.
Several nano-scale devices have emerged that are capable of analysing plant diseases, nutrient deficiencies and any other ailments that may affect food security in agro-ecosystems. It has been envisioned that smart delivery systems can be developed and utilised for better management of agricultural ecosystems. These systems could exhibit beneficial, multi-functional characteristics, which could be used to assess and also control habitat-imposed stresses to crops.
Nanoparticle-mediated smart delivery systems can control the delivery of nutrients or bioactive and/or pesticide molecules in plants. It has been suggested that nano-particles in plants might help determine their nutrient status and could also be used as cures in agro-ecosystems. Further, to enhance soil and crop productivity, nanotechnology has been used to create and deliver nano fertilizers, which can be defined as nano-particles that directly help supply nutrients for plant growth and soil productivity.
Nano-particles can be absorbed onto clay networks, leading to improved soil health and more efficient nutrient use by crops. Additionally, fertilizer particles can be coated with nano-particles that facilitate slow and steady release of nutrients, reducing loss of nutrients and enhancing their efficiency in agri-crops.
Although the use of nanotechnology in agro-ecosystems is still in its early stages and needs to be developed further, nano-particle-mediated delivery systems are promising solutions for the successful management of agri-ecosystems. In this context, the book offers insights into nanotechnology in agro-ecosystems with reference to biogenic nanoparticles. It highlights the:
• occurrence and diversity of Biogenic Nanoparticles
• mechanistic approach involved in the synthesis of biogenic nanoparticles
• synthesis of nanoparticles using photo-activation, and their fate in the soil ecosystem
• potential applicationsof nanoparticles in agricultural systems
• application and biogenic synthesis of gold nanoparticles and their characterization
• impact of biogenic nanoparticles on biotic stress to plants
• mechanistic approaches involved in the antimicrobial effects and cytotoxicity of biogenic nanoparticles
• role of biogenic nanoparticles in plant diseases management
• relevance of biological synthesized nanoparticles in the longevity of agricultural crops
• design and synthesis of nano-biosensors for monitoring pollutants in water, soil and plant systems
• applications of nanotechnology in agriculture with special refer to soil, water and plant sciences
A useful resource for postgraduate and research students in the field of plant and agricultural sciences, it is also of interest to researchers working in nano and biotechnology.
1. Application of nanotechnology in agricultural farm animals.- 2. Nano-particles in plant growth and development.- 3. Use of nanotechnology in quality improvement of economically important agricultural crops.- 4. Agriculture and nano particles.- 5. Large Scale Production / Biosynthesis of Biogenic Nanoparticles.- 6. Role of nanotechnology in management of agricultural pests.- 7. Biogenic Nano Materials: Synthesis and Its Applications for Sustainable Development.- 8. An Overview on Effect of Soil Physicochemical Properties on Immobilization of Biogenic Nanoparticle.- 9. Biogenic Nanoparticles as Novel Sustainable Approach for Plant Protection.- 10. Biogenic Nanoparticles in the Insect World: Challenges and Constraints.- 11. Biogenic Synthesis of Gold Nanoparticles and Their Potential Application in Agriculture.- 12. Application of Biogenic and nonbiogenic synthesized metals nanoparticles on longevity of agricultural crops.- 13. Nanoparticles and their Fate in Soil Ecosystem.- 14. Impact of nanoparticles on PGPR and soil nutrient contents.- 15. New insights into application of Nanoparticles for plant growth promotion: Present and Future prospects.- 16. Nanoparticles: Emerging Trends and Future Prospects for Economical Agricultural System.- 17. Integrated Approach of Agri-nanotechnology: Recent developments, Challenges and Future Trends.- 18. Green-nanotechnology for Precision and Sustainable Agriculture.- 19. Nanotechnology and nutrigenomics.- 20. Recent Developments In Nanocarrier Based Nutraceuticals For Therapeutic Purposes.- 21. Current status of biologically produced nanoparticles in agriculture.- 22. A Missing Dilemma on Nanoparticle Producer-Microorganisms.- 23. dedication and degradation of pesticides using nanomaterials.- 24. Use if nano materials in food science.- 25. Biogenic Nanomaterials and their Applications in Agriculture.- 26. Biosensors and Nanobiosensors in Environmental applications.- 27. Biogenenic synthesis of metals nanoparticles by plants.
