Abstract
Nanoparticles
are
being
utilized
in
agriculture
as
fertilizers,
pesticides,
and
agrochemical‐carriers.
Designed
to
be
biocompatible
degradable,
biopolymer
nanoparticles
were
developed
an
alternative
metallic
nanoparticles,
though
safe‐by‐design,
polymeric
must
field‐tested
prior
largescale
use.
Several
field
studies
conducted
observe
detrimental
effects
of
on
plant
growth
yield
using
soybean,
Glycine
max
(L.)
Merr.,
a
model
system.
Biopolymer
made
from
lignin
or
zein
applied
seed
treatments
soybean
seeds
foliar
sprays
(zein
only)
plants.
Studies
nanoparticle
(nano‐STs)
measured
the
germination
rates
seedling
evaluated
laboratory,
while
stand
counts,
height,
stage,
yield,
hundred‐seed
weight
field.
Foliar
assessed
impact
flower
abortion
pod
production.
To
ensure
nano‐STs
would
not
compromise
plant's
defensive
capabilities,
herbivore
feeding
was
leaf
bioassay
for
defoliators
damage
index
feeders.
Growth
rate,
percent
germination,
root
length
impacted
by
nano‐STs.
In
field,
had
no
heights,
weights.
Leaf
assays
indices
indicate
susceptibility
attack
increased
due
applications
did
increase
decrease
set.
These
results
that
have
negative
growth,
should
suitable
use
agriculture.
Physiologia Plantarum,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
177(2)
Published: March 1, 2025
In
the
face
of
climate
change,
agriculture
is
increasingly
challenged
by
shifting
dynamics
biotic
stresses,
including
intensified
spread
pests
and
pathogens.
Traditional
control
methods,
often
reliant
on
chemical
pesticides,
are
associated
with
environmental
degradation
potential
health
risks.
Nanoparticles
(NPs)
present
a
promising,
sustainable
alternative
for
enhancing
plant
resistance
to
potentially
revolutionizing
agricultural
practices.
This
mini-review
explores
mechanisms
through
which
NP-based
formulations
(such
as
metal-based
NPs,
chitosan,
silica)
induce
responses
bolster
defences
against
pathogens
pests.
By
resilience
without
downsides
conventional
NPs
could
support
more
approach
crop
protection.
review
also
highlights
risks
in
expanding
use
agriculture,
urging
studies
explore
these
technologies
managing
crops
changing
climate.
BMC Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(1)
Published: Nov. 7, 2024
Quetiapine
fumarateis
a
typical
antipsychotic
with
short
half-life
of
6
h
and
is
administered
multiple
times
daily.
In
this
study,
copolymer
for
controlled
delivery
quetiapine
fumarate
will
be
developed.
order
to
prevent
side
effects
improve
patient
compliance,
hydroxypropyl
methylcellulose
K15M
(HPMC
K15M)
was
included
in
the
formulation
oral
sustained-release
tablets
at
concentration
10-30%.
A
series
analytical
methods
were
used
determine
characteristics
prepared
hydrogels,
including
Fourier
transform-infrared
spectroscopy,
Differential
scanning
calorimetry,
X-ray
diffraction,
Scanning
electron
microscope.
At
two
different
pH
values
(1.2
6.8),
swelling
release
studies
conducted.
variety
kinetic
models
study
drug
mechanisms.
non-Fickian
diffusion
mechanism
released
hydrogels
from
fumarate.
It
found
that
increased
by
increasing
amount
HPMC
K15M.
Compared
other
batches
(10-20%),
produced
30%
content
had
better
profile
after
20
dissolution.
Because
effective
matrix
complex's
limited
solubility
water,
diffuses
through
gel
layer
steady
rate
rather
than
dissolving
quickly.
Human
health
is
being
seriously
affected
by
nutrient
deficiencies
in
food
crops,
particularly
underdeveloped
and
remote
areas.
The
availability
of
sufficient
safe
nutrition
to
prevent
malnutrition
cure
various
diseases
may
be
an
aspect
improving
human
health.
To
overcome
the
present
issue;
biofortification,
a
method
enhance
nutritional
status
can
address
issue
hidden
hunger.
Nanotechnology
contribute
quality
through
biofortification
prove
effective
sustainable
remedy
this
foliar
application
essentials
nutrients
(Zn,
Cu,
Fe
Se)
nanoparticles
their
nano-based
fertilizers
soil
improve
deficiency.
This
review
highlights
use
nanomaterials
plant
nutrients,
specifically
absorption
translocation,
which
have
positive
outcomes
for
alleviation
hunger
levels.
Additionally,
significance
nano-biofortification
discussed
relation
COVID-19
pandemic
problem
security.
By
understanding
issues
related
future
prospects,
we
effectiveness
fulfilling
dietary
needs
nano-biofortification.
Plant Stress,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
11, P. 100337 - 100337
Published: Dec. 28, 2023
Nanotechnology
offers
promising
applications
in
agriculture
and
horticulture.
Specifically,
nanofertilizers
(NFs)
have
been
investigated
for
enhancing
growth,
antioxidant
defense,
productivity
fruit-bearing
plants.
These
crops
are
vital
supplying
essential
nutrients
minerals
to
humans.
However,
their
production
quality
often
face
challenges
from
various
stresses.
Using
nanoparticles
(NPs)
can
potentially
mitigate
these
challenges,
thereby
improving
the
of
horticulture
crops.
NPs
possess
unique
chemical
physical
properties
that
benefit
plant
development,
stress
tolerance,
making
them
valuable
fruit
crop
enhancement.
This
review
highlights
recent
advancements
employing
bolster
growth.
Various
nanoparticle
types,
such
as
metal
oxide,
metallic,
carbon-based,
organic
demonstrated
positive
effects
on
abiotic
tolerance
growth
quality.
They
found
boost
nutrient
absorption,
neutralize
free
radicals,
activate
response
pathways,
leading
enhanced
yield
fruit.
aims
elucidate
significant
insights
into
utilization
a
strategy
bolstering
resilience
horticultural
plants
safeguarding
food
security
environmental
alterations.
Notwithstanding
favorable
outcomes
observed
ameliorating
performance
under
stresses,
molecular
mechanisms
underlying
beneficial
remain
subject
ongoing
investigation.
Further
research
is
imperative
delve
enduring
implications,
safety
considerations,
optimal
techniques
application
