BookRam Prasad, editor.
Summary: An improved understanding of the interactions between nanoparticles and plant retorts, including their uptake, localization, and activity, could revolutionize crop production through increased disease resistance, nutrient utilization, and crop yield. This may further impact other agricultural and industrial processes that are based on plant crops. This two-volume book analyses the key processes involved in the nanoparticle delivery to plants and details the interactions between plants and nanomaterials. Potential plant nanotechnology applications for enhanced nutrient uptake, increased crop productivity and plant disease management are evaluated with careful consideration regarding safe use, social acceptance and ecological impact of these technologies. Plant Nanobionics: Volume 1, Advances in the Understanding of Nanomaterials Research and Applications begins the discussion of nanotechnology applications in plants with the characterization and nanosynthesis of various microbes and covers the mechanisms and etiology of nanostructure function in microbial cells. It focuses on the potential alteration of plant production systems through the controlled release of agrochemicals and targeted delivery of biomolecules. Industrial and medical applications are included. Volume 2 continues this discussion with a focus on biosynthesis and toxicity.
Contents:
Intro; Preface; Contents; Contributors; About the Author;
Chapter 1: Recent Advancements and New Perspectives of Nanomaterials;
Chapter 2: Recent Progress in Applied Nanomaterials; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Nanotechnology in Agriculture Sector; 2.2.1 Effect of Nanoparticles on Germination of Seed; 2.2.2 Nanofertilizer and Nanopesticides; 2.2.2.1 Macro- and Micronutrient Nanofertilizers; 2.2.2.2 Nanopesticides; 2.2.3 Role of Nanosensors in Agriculture; 2.3 Role of Nanoparticles in Food Sector; 2.3.1 Food Processing and Packaging; 2.3.1.1 Antimicrobial Packaging; 2.3.1.2 Barrier Packaging 2.3.1.3 Biodegradable Packaging2.3.2 Other Advantages of Nanomaterials in Food Industry; 2.3.2.1 Nanosensors; 2.4 Application of Nanomaterials in Manufacture and Electronics; 2.5 Applications in Environment; 2.6 Nanotechnology in Medicine; 2.6.1 Organic Nanoparticles; 2.6.1.1 Polymeric Nanoparticles Role in Therapeutics; 2.6.1.1.1 PLGA Nanoparticles; 2.6.1.1.2 Chitosan; 2.6.1.1.3 Dendrimers; 2.6.2 Liposomes; 2.6.3 Inorganic Nanoparticles; 2.6.3.1 Gold Nanoparticles (AuNPs); 2.6.3.2 Quantum Dots; 2.7 Conclusion; References;
Chapter 3: An Insight into Plant Nanobionics and Its Applications 6.5.2 Physiological and Biochemical Responses6.6 Conclusion and Future Prospects; References;
Chapter 7: Nanoagriculture and Energy Advances; 7.1 Nanotechnology and Nanoagriculture; 7.2 Water; 7.2.1 Sensor for Diagnostic; 7.2.1.1 Quality; 7.2.1.2 Microorganism and Contaminants Detected; 7.2.2 Water Purification; 7.2.2.1 Photocatalysis; 7.2.2.2 Membranes, Zeolites, and Nanoporous Materials; 7.2.2.3 Metallic and Magnetic Nanoparticles; 7.3 Nanoagriculture; 7.3.1 Pesticides and Fertilizers; 7.3.2 Smart Agrochemical Delivery Systems; 7.3.3 Sensor to Monitor Soil Conditions; 7.4 Energy 7.4.1 Biogas7.4.2 Biofuels; 7.4.3 Photovoltaic Cells; 7.4.4 Photoelectrochemical Cells; 7.5 Outlooks; References;
Chapter 8: Nanopesticides and Nanosensors in Agriculture; 8.1 Introduction; 8.2 Pesticide Toxicity; 8.3 Nanopesticides; 8.4 Nanoformulations; 8.5 Detection of Pesticides; 8.6 Ecotoxicology of Nanomaterials and Related Regulations; References;
Chapter 9: Nano-agriculture in the Food Industry;
Chapter 10: Nanotechnology and Plant Extracts as a Future Control Strategy for Meat and Milk Products; 10.1 Introduction; 10.2 Nanoencapsulation of Plant Extracts
Chapter 4: Plastics, Micro- and Nanomaterials, and Virus-Soil Microbe-Plant Interactions in the Environment
Chapter 5: Characterization Methods for Chitosan-Based Nanomaterials;
Chapter 6: Impact of Nanomaterials in Plant Systems; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Types of Nanomaterials; 6.2.1 Metal Nanomaterials; 6.2.2 Carbon-Based Materials; 6.2.3 Polymeric Nanomaterials; 6.2.4 Hybrid Nanomaterials; 6.3 Synthesis of Nanomaterials; 6.3.1 Top-Down Synthesis; 6.3.2 Bottom-Up Synthesis; 6.4 Role of Nanomaterials in Plant Growth; 6.5 Phytotoxic Responses to Nanomaterials; 6.5.1 Nanotoxicity and Plant Growth