- 272 pages
- English
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Nanotechnology and Plant Disease Management
About this book
Nanotechnology and Plant Disease Management explores the intersection of nanotechnology and agriculture. This book serves as a comprehensive exploration of the current state and future potential of nanoparticles in revolutionizing plant disease management within the realm of agriculture. This book elucidates the synthesis, characterization and judicious application of nanoparticles, providing a clear and accessible explanation of what nanomaterials are, how they are characterized, and their pivotal role in reshaping the plant disease management systems. It scrutinizes innovative strategies that influence the unique properties of nanoparticles to identify and monitor the presence of pathogens at early stages. The book also examines the limitations inherent in the use of nanomaterials for disease management in plants by critically evaluating both sides of the spectrum. This aims to provide a candid overview of the hurdles that must be overcome to unlock the full benefits of nanotechnology in this field. By pinpointing and understanding these obstacles, the current work aims to pave the way for effective strategies and solutions, ensuring the responsible and optimized application of nanomaterials for enhanced plant disease management. This in-depth examination serves as a cornerstone, providing readers with a profound understanding of the intricate processes involved in synthesis, characterization and utilizing nanomaterials for disease control. Nanotechnology and Plant Disease Management is a testament to the transformative potential of nanotechnology in agriculture. The authors invite readers to embark on this enlightening journey, exploring the intricate world of nanomaterials and their application in safeguarding the health and vitality of plants.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half-Title Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- Preface
- Editors’ Bios
- List of Contributors
- 1 Nanotechnology: A New Frontier in Sustainable Agricultural Pest and Disease Management
- 2 Revolutionizing Nematode Management – Nanomaterials as a Promising Approach for Managing Economically Important Plant-Parasitic Nematodes: Current Knowledge and Future Challenges
- 3 Exploring the Potential of Nanomaterials in a Crusade against Plant Disease Management
- 4 Nanosensors: An Emerging Tool for Early Detection of Plant Pathogens in Sustainable Agriculture
- 5 Nanoparticles from Microbes: The Next Generation Tool for Combatting Plant Diseases
- 6 Bio-Nanomaterials: The Next-Generation Weapon against Plant-Parasitic Nematodes in Commercial Crops
- 7 Maximizing the Potential of Nanoparticles for Sustainable Plant Pathogen Management: Addressing Phytotoxicity and Residues
- 8 Exploring the Potential of Microbe-Mediated Gold Nanoparticles in Sustainable Plant Pathogen Management
- 9 Bio-Fabrication of Nanomaterials and Their Application in Plant Disease Management: Scope, Challenges and Strategies
- 10 Nanoengineering for Sustainable Crop Health: Leveraging the Potential of Nanotechnology in Enhancing Disease Resistance and Yield Improvement
- 11 Management of Plant Disease Using Nanotechnology: A Paradigm Shift in Crop Protection