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Garncarek-Musiał M, Dziewulska K, Kowalska-Góralska M. Effect of different sizes of nanocopper particles on rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss W.) spermatozoa motility kinematics. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 941:173763. [PMID: 38839004 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.173763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Revised: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 06/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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In recent years, nanocopper (Cu NPs) has gained attention due to its antimicrobial properties and potential for industrial, agricultural, and consumer applications. But it also has several effects on the aquatic environment. Widespread use of various nanoproducts has raised concerns about impacts of different nanoparticle size on environment and biological objects. Spermatozoa is a model for studying the ecotoxic effects of pollutants on cells and organisms. This study aimed to investigate the effects of different sizes of copper nanoparticles on rainbow trout spermatozoa motility, and to compare their effects with copper ionic solution. Computer assisted sperm analysis (CASA) was used to detect movement parameters at activation of gametes (direct effect) with milieu containing nanocopper of primary particle size of 40-60, 60-80 and 100 nm. The effect of the elements ions was also tested using copper sulfate solution. All products was prepared in concentration of 0, 1, 5, 50, 125, 250, 350, 500, 750, and 1000 mg Cu L-1. Six motility parameters were selected for analysis. The harmful effect of Cu NPS nanoparticle was lower than ionic form of copper but the effect depends on the motility parameters. Ionic form caused complete immobilization (MOT = 0 %, IC100) at 350 mg Cu L-1 whilst Cu NPs solution only decreased the percentage of motile sperm (MOT) up to 76.4 % at highest concentration tested of 1000 mg Cu L-1 of 40-60 nm NPs. Cu NPs of smaller particles size had more deleterious effect than the bigger one particularly in percentage of MOT and for curvilinear velocity (VCL). Moreover, nanoparticles decrease motility duration (MD). This may influence fertility because the first two parameters positively correlate with fertilization rate. However, the ionic form of copper has deleterious effect on the percentage of MOT and linearity (LIN), but in some concentrations it slightly increases VCL and MD.
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- Małgorzata Garncarek-Musiał
- University of Szczecin, Doctoral School, Mickiewicza 18, 70-383 Szczecin, Poland; University of Szczecin, Institute of Biology, Felczaka 3C, 71-412 Szczecin, Poland.
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- University of Szczecin, Institute of Biology, Felczaka 3C, 71-412 Szczecin, Poland; Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Centre, University of Szczecin, Wąska 13, 71-415 Szczecin, Poland.
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- Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Faculty of Biology and Animal Science, Institute of Animal Breeding, Department of Limnology and Fishery, Chełmońskiego 38c, 51-630 Wrocław, Poland.
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Xu J, Zhao T, Zaccarin AM, Du X, Yang S, Ning Y, Xiao Q, Kramadhati S, Choi YC, Murray CB, Olsson RH, Kagan CR. Chemically Driven Sintering of Colloidal Cu Nanocrystals for Multiscale Electronic and Optical Devices. ACS NANO 2024; 18:17611-17621. [PMID: 38916981 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c02007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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Emerging applications of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in smart health, home, and city, in agriculture and environmental monitoring, and in transportation and manufacturing require materials and devices with engineered physical properties that can be manufactured by low-cost and scalable methods, support flexible forms, and are biocompatible and biodegradable. Here, we report the fabrication and device integration of low-cost and biocompatible/biodegradable colloidal Cu nanocrystal (NC) films through room temperature, solution-based deposition, and sintering, achieved via chemical exchange of NC surface ligands. Treatment of organic-ligand capped Cu NC films with solutions of shorter, environmentally benign, and noncorrosive inorganic reagents, namely, SCN- and Cl-, effectively removes the organic ligands, drives NC grain growth, and limits film oxidation. We investigate the mechanism of this chemically driven sintering by systemically varying the Cu NC size, ligand reagent, and ligand treatment time and follow the evolution of their structure and electrical and optical properties. Cl--treated, 4.5 nm diameter Cu NC films yield the lowest DC resistivity, only 3.2 times that of bulk Cu, and metal-like dielectric functions at optical frequencies. We exploit the high conductivity of these chemically sintered Cu NC films and, in combination with photo- and nanoimprint-lithography, pattern multiscale structures to achieve high-Q radio frequency (RF) capacitive sensors and near-infrared (NIR) resonant optical metasurfaces.
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- Jun Xu
- Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
- Department of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
- Department of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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Kumari A, Gupta AK, Sharma S, Jadon VS, Sharma V, Chun SC, Sivanesan I. Nanoparticles as a Tool for Alleviating Plant Stress: Mechanisms, Implications, and Challenges. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:1528. [PMID: 38891334 PMCID: PMC11174413 DOI: 10.3390/plants13111528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2024] [Revised: 05/27/2024] [Accepted: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024]
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Plants, being sessile, are continuously exposed to varietal environmental stressors, which consequently induce various bio-physiological changes in plants that hinder their growth and development. Oxidative stress is one of the undesirable consequences in plants triggered due to imbalance in their antioxidant defense system. Biochemical studies suggest that nanoparticles are known to affect the antioxidant system, photosynthesis, and DNA expression in plants. In addition, they are known to boost the capacity of antioxidant systems, thereby contributing to the tolerance of plants to oxidative stress. This review study attempts to present the overview of the role of nanoparticles in plant growth and development, especially emphasizing their role as antioxidants. Furthermore, the review delves into the intricate connections between nanoparticles and plant signaling pathways, highlighting their influence on gene expression and stress-responsive mechanisms. Finally, the implications of nanoparticle-assisted antioxidant strategies in sustainable agriculture, considering their potential to enhance crop yield, stress tolerance, and overall plant resilience, are discussed.
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- Ankita Kumari
- Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering Domain, School of Bioengineering and Bioscience, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara-Jalandhar 144411, Punjab, India; (A.K.); (S.S.); (V.S.)
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- ICAR—National Institute for Plant Biotechnology, Pusa Campus, New Delhi 110012, India;
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- Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering Domain, School of Bioengineering and Bioscience, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara-Jalandhar 144411, Punjab, India; (A.K.); (S.S.); (V.S.)
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- School of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, JollyGrant, Dehradun 248016, Uttarakhand, India;
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- Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering Domain, School of Bioengineering and Bioscience, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara-Jalandhar 144411, Punjab, India; (A.K.); (S.S.); (V.S.)
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- Department of Environmental Health Science, Institute of Natural Science and Agriculture, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Environmental Health Science, Institute of Natural Science and Agriculture, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea;
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Su C, Chen A, Liang W, Xie W, Xu X, Zhan X, Zhang W, Peng C. Copper-based nanomaterials: Opportunities for sustainable agriculture. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 926:171948. [PMID: 38527545 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.171948] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2023] [Revised: 03/08/2024] [Accepted: 03/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/27/2024]
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The exponential growth of the global population has resulted in a significant surge in the demand for food worldwide. Additionally, the impact of climate change has exacerbated crop losses caused by pests and pathogens. The transportation and utilization of traditional agrochemicals in the soil are highly inefficient, resulting in significant environmental losses and causing severe pollution of both the soil and aquatic ecosystems. Nanotechnology is an emerging field with significant potential for market applications. Among metal-based nanomaterials, copper-based nanomaterials have demonstrated remarkable potential in agriculture, which are anticipated to offer a promising alternative approach for enhancing crop yields and managing diseases, among other benefits. This review firstly performed co-occurrence and clustering analyses of previous studies on copper-based nanomaterials used in agriculture. Then a comprehensive review of the applications of copper-based nanomaterials in agricultural production was summarized. These applications primarily involved in nano-fertilizers, nano-regulators, nano-stimulants, and nano-pesticides for enhancing crop yields, improving crop resistance, promoting crop seed germination, and controlling crop diseases. Besides, the paper concluded the potential impact of copper-based nanomaterials on the soil micro-environment, including soil physicochemical properties, enzyme activities, and microbial communities. Additionally, the potential mechanisms were proposed underlying the interactions between copper-based nanomaterials, pathogenic microorganisms, and crops. Furthermore, the review summarized the factors affecting the application of copper-based nanomaterials, and highlighted the advantages and limitations of employing copper-based nanomaterials in agriculture. Finally, insights into the future research directions of nano-agriculture were put forward. The purpose of this review is to encourage more researches and applications of copper-based nanomaterials in agriculture, offering a novel and sustainable strategy for agricultural development.
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- Chengpeng Su
- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, School of Resource and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, School of Resource and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, School of Resource and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, School of Resource and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, School of Resource and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Shanghai Agricultural Technology Extension and Service Center, Shanghai 201103, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, School of Resource and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, School of Resource and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China; Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai 200092, China.
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Metryka O, Wasilkowski D, Dulski M, Adamczyk-Habrajska M, Augustyniak M, Mrozik A. Metallic nanoparticle actions on the outer layer structure and properties of Bacillus cereus and Staphylococcus epidermidis. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 354:141691. [PMID: 38484999 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Revised: 03/05/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024]
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Although the antimicrobial activity of nanoparticles (NPs) penetrating inside the cell is widely recognised, the toxicity of large NPs (>10 nm) that cannot be translocated across bacterial membranes remains unclear. Therefore, this study was performed to elucidate the direct effects of Ag-NPs, Cu-NPs, ZnO-NPs and TiO2-NPs on relative membrane potential, permeability, hydrophobicity, structural changes within chemical compounds at the molecular level and the distribution of NPs on the surfaces of the bacteria Bacillus cereus and Staphylococcus epidermidis. Overall analysis of the results indicated the different impacts of individual NPs on the measured parameters in both strains depending on their type and concentration. B. cereus proved to be more resistant to the action of NPs than S. epidermidis. Generally, Cu-NPs showed the most substantial toxic effect on both strains; however, Ag-NPs exhibited negligible toxicity. All NPs had a strong affinity for cell surfaces and showed strain-dependent characteristic dispersion. ATR-FTIR analysis explained the distinctive interactions of NPs with bacterial functional groups, leading to macromolecular structural modifications. The results presented provide new and solid evidence for the current understanding of the interactions of metallic NPs with bacterial membranes.
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- Oliwia Metryka
- Doctoral School, University of Silesia, Bankowa 14, 40-032, Katowice, Poland.
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- Institute of Biology, Biotechnology and Environmental Protection, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Silesia, Jagiellońska 28, 40-032, Katowice, Poland
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- Institute of Materials Science, Silesian Center for Education and Interdisciplinary Research, University of Silesia in Katowice, 75 Pulku Piechoty 1A, 41-500, Chorzów, Poland
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- Institute of Materials Science, Silesian Center for Education and Interdisciplinary Research, University of Silesia in Katowice, 75 Pulku Piechoty 1A, 41-500, Chorzów, Poland
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- Institute of Biology, Biotechnology and Environmental Protection, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Silesia, Jagiellońska 28, 40-032, Katowice, Poland
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- Institute of Biology, Biotechnology and Environmental Protection, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Silesia, Jagiellońska 28, 40-032, Katowice, Poland.
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Wu P, Wang Z, Adusei-Fosu K, Wang Y, Wang H, Li X. Integrative chemical, physiological, and metabolomics analyses reveal nanospecific phytotoxicity of metal nanoparticles. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 354:120338. [PMID: 38401494 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.120338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2023] [Revised: 01/18/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/26/2024]
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The increasing application of metal nanoparticles (NPs) via agrochemicals and sewage sludge results in non-negligible phytotoxicological risks. Herein, the potential phytotoxicity of ZnO and CuO NPs on wheat was determined using integrative chemical, physiological, and metabolomics analyses, in comparison to Zn2+ and Cu2+. It was found that ZnO or CuO NPs had a stronger inhibitory effect on wheat growth than Zn2+ or Cu2+. After exposure to ZnO or CuO NPs, wheat seedlings accumulated significantly higher levels of Zn or Cu than the corresponding Zn2+ or Cu2+ treatments, indicating the active uptake of NPs via wheat root. TEM analysis further confirmed the intake of NPs. Moreover, ZnO or CuO NPs exposure altered micronutrients (Fe, Mn, Cu, and Zn) accumulation in the tissues and decreased the activities of antioxidant enzymes. The metabolomics analysis identified 312, 357, 145, and 188 significantly changed metabolites (SCMs) in wheat root exposed to ZnO NPs, CuO NPs, Zn2+, and Cu2+, respectively. Most SCMs were nano-specific to ZnO (80%) and CuO NPs (58%), suggesting greater metabolic reprogramming by NPs than metal ions. Overall, nanospecific toxicity dominated the phytotoxicity of ZnO and CuO NPs, and our results provide a molecular perspective on the phytotoxicity of metal oxide NPs.
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- Ping Wu
- Center for Agricultural Resources Research, Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shijiazhuang, 050021, China.
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- Center for Agricultural Resources Research, Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shijiazhuang, 050021, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Resilient Agriculture, AgResearch Ltd., Grasslands Research Centre, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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- Key Laboratory of Soil Environment and Pollution Remediation, Institute of Soil Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing, 210008, Jiangsu, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan, Guangdong, 528000, China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Integrated Agro-environmental Pollution Control and Management, Institute of Eco-environmental and Soil Sciences, Guangdong Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou, 510650, China
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- Center for Agricultural Resources Research, Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shijiazhuang, 050021, China.
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Jia H, Wei Y, An H, Wang Q, Yang J, Li C. Copper oxide nanoparticles alter the uptake and distribution of cadmium through disturbing the ordered structure of the cell wall in Arabidopsis root. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY : PPB 2024; 207:108430. [PMID: 38364632 DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2024.108430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2023] [Revised: 02/02/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/18/2024]
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Copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO NPs) influence the uptake of heavy metal ions by plants, but molecular mechanism is still unknown. Here, we proved the mechanism of CuO NPs affecting Cd absorption in Arabidopsis root. 4-d-old seedlings were treated by 10 and 20 mg/L CuO NPs for 3 d, which decreased the contents of cellulose and hemicellulose in roots. Moreover, the contents of some important monosaccharides were altered by CuO NPs, including arabinose, glucose and mannose. Biosynthesis of cellulose and hemicellulose is regulated by cellulose synthase A complexe (CSC) dynamics. The synthesis of tubulin cytoskeleton was inhibited by CuO NPs, which resulted in the decrease of CSCs bidirectional velocities. Furthermore, the arrangement and network of cellulose fibrillar bundles were disrupted by CuO NPs. CuO NPs treatment significantly increased the influx of Cd2+. The accumulation and translocation of Cd were increased by 10 and 20 mg/L CuO NPs treatment. The subcellular distribution of Cd in root cells indicated CuO NPs decrease the enrichment of Cd in cell wall, but increase the enrichment of Cd in soluble fraction and organelle. In light of these findings, we proposed a mechanistic model in which CuO NPs destroy the ordered structure of the cell wall, alter the uptake and distribution of Cd in Arabidopsis.
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- Honglei Jia
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China.
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China.
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Ekim R, Arikan B, Alp-Turgut FN, Koyukan B, Ozfidan-Konakci C, Yildiztugay E. Polyvinylpyrrolidone-coated copper nanoparticles dose-dependently conferred tolerance to wheat under salinity and/or drought stress by improving photochemical activity and antioxidant system. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 241:117681. [PMID: 37984786 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2023] [Revised: 10/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023]
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Copper (Cu) is one of the essential micronutrients for plants and has been used extensively in agricultural applications from the past to the present. However, excess copper causes toxic effects such as inhibiting photosynthesis, and disrupting biochemical processes in plants. Nanotechnology applications have offered a critical method for minimizing adverse effects and improving the effectiveness of copper nanoparticles. For this purpose, this study investigated the physiological and biochemical effects of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP)-coated Cu nanoparticles (PVP-Cu NP, N1, 100 mg L-1; N2, 400 mg L-1) in Triticum aestivum under alone or combined with salt (S, 150 mM NaCl) and/or drought (D, %10 PEG-6000) stress. Salinity and water deprivation caused 51% and 22% growth retardation in wheat seedlings. The combined stress condition (S + D) resulted in an approximately 3-fold reduction in the osmotic potential of the leaves. PVP-Cu NP treatments to plants under stress, especially N1 dose, were effective in restoring growth rate and regulating water relations. All stress treatments limited gas exchange in stomata and suppressed the maximal quantum yield of PSII (Fv/Fm). More than 50% improvement was observed in stomatal permeability and carbon assimilation rate under S + N1 and S + N2 applications. Examination of OJIP transient parameters revealed that N1 treatments protected photochemical reactions by reducing the dissipated energy flux (DIo/RC) in drought and S + D conditions. Exposure to S and/or D stress caused high hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) accumulation and lipid peroxidation in wheat leaves. The results indicated that S + N1 and S + N2 treatments reduced oxidative damage by stimulating the activities of antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase (SOD), peroxidase (POX), and ascorbate peroxidase (APX). Although similar effects were observed at D and S + D conditions with 100 mg L-1 PVP-Cu NP treatments (N1), the curative effect of the N2 dose was not observed. In D + N1 and S + D + N1 groups, AsA regeneration and GSH redox status were maintained by triggering APX, GR, and other enzyme activities belonging to the AsA-GSH cycle. In these groups, N2 treatment did not contribute to the availability of enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidants. As a result, this study revealed that N1 dose PVP-Cu NP application was successful in providing stress tolerance and limiting copper-induced adverse effects under all stress conditions.
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- Rumeysa Ekim
- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, Selcuk University, Selcuklu, 42130, Konya, Turkey.
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, Selcuk University, Selcuklu, 42130, Konya, Turkey.
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, Selcuk University, Selcuklu, 42130, Konya, Turkey.
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, Selcuk University, Selcuklu, 42130, Konya, Turkey.
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- Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Faculty of Science, Necmettin Erbakan University, Meram, 42090, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, Selcuk University, Selcuklu, 42130, Konya, Turkey.
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El-Abeid SE, Mosa MA, El-Tabakh MAM, Saleh AM, El-Khateeb MA, Haridy MSA. Antifungal activity of copper oxide nanoparticles derived from Zizyphus spina leaf extract against Fusarium root rot disease in tomato plants. J Nanobiotechnology 2024; 22:28. [PMID: 38216982 PMCID: PMC10785362 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-023-02281-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/14/2024] Open
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Incorporating green chemistry concepts into nanotechnology is an important focus area in nanoscience. The demand for green metal oxide nanoparticle production has grown in recent years. The beneficial effects of using nanoparticles in agriculture have already been established. Here, we highlight some potential antifungal properties of Zizyphus spina leaf extract-derived copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO-Zs-NPs), produced with a spherical shape and defined a 13-30 nm particle size. Three different dosages of CuO-Zs-NPs were utilized and showed promising antifungal efficacy in vitro and in vivo against the selected fungal strain of F. solani causes tomato root rot disease, which was molecularly identified with accession number (OP824846). In vivo results indicated that, for all CuO-Zs-NPs concentrations, a significant reduction in Fusarium root rot disease occurred between 72.0 to 88.6% compared to 80.5% disease severity in the infected control. Although treatments with either the chemical fungicide (Kocide 2000) showed a better disease reduction and incidence with (18.33% and 6.67%) values, respectively, than CuO-Zs-NPs at conc. 50 mg/l, however CuO-Zs-NPs at 250 mg/l conc. showed the highest disease reduction (9.17 ± 2.89%) and lowest disease incidence (4.17 ± 3.80%). On the other hand, CuO-Zs-NPs at varied values elevated the beneficial effects of tomato seedling vigor at the initial stages and plant growth development compared to either treatment with the commercial fungicide or Trichoderma Biocide. Additionally, CuO-Zs-NPs treatments introduced beneficial results for tomato seedling development, with a significant increase in chlorophyll pigments and enzymatic activity for CuO-Zs-NPs treatments. Additionally, treatment with low concentrations of CuO-Zs-NPs led to a rise in the number of mature pollen grains compared to the immature ones. however the data showed that CuO-Zs-NPs have a unique antifungal mechanism against F. solani, they subsequently imply that CuO-Zs-NPs might be a useful environmentally friendly controlling agent for the Fusarium root rot disease that affects tomato plants.
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- Sozan E El-Abeid
- Nanotechnology & Advanced Nano-Materials Laboratory (NANML), Plant Pathology Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Giza, 12619, Egypt
- Mycology and Disease Survey Research Department, Plant Pathology Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Giza, 12619, Egypt
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- Nanotechnology & Advanced Nano-Materials Laboratory (NANML), Plant Pathology Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Giza, 12619, Egypt
- Mycology and Disease Survey Research Department, Plant Pathology Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Giza, 12619, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Horus University, Horus, 34518, Egypt
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- Central Lab of Organic Agriculture, Agricultural Research Center (ARC), 9 Gamaa St, Giza, 12619, Egypt
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Manquián-Cerda K, Calderón R, Molina-Roco M, Maldonado T, Arancibia-Miranda N. Cd 2+ Sorption Alterations in Ultisol Soils Triggered by Different Engineered Nanoparticles and Incubation Times. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:3115. [PMID: 38133012 PMCID: PMC10745855 DOI: 10.3390/nano13243115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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The progressive influx of engineered nanoparticles (ENPs) into the soil matrix catalyses a fundamental transformation in the equilibrium dynamics between the soil and the edaphic solution. This all-encompassing investigation is geared towards unravelling the implications of an array of ENP types, diverse dosages and varying incubation durations on the kinetics governing Cd2+ sorption within Ultisol soils. These soils have been subjected to detailed characterizations probing their textural and physicochemical attributes in conjunction with an exhaustive exploration of ENP composition, structure and morphology. To decipher the intricate nuances of kinetics, discrete segments of Ultisol soils were subjected to isolated systems involving ENP dosages of 20 and 500 mg ENPs·kg-1 (AgNPs, CuNPs and FeNPs) across intervals of 1, 3 and 6 months. The comprehensive kinetic parameters were unveiled by applying the pseudo-first-order and pseudo-second-order models. At the same time, the underlying sorption mechanisms were studied via the intra-particle diffusion model. This study underscores the substantial impact of this substrate on the kinetic behaviours of contaminants such as Cd, emphasizing the need for its consideration in soil-linked economic activities and regulatory frameworks to optimize resource management.
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- Karen Manquián-Cerda
- Facultad de Química y Biología, Universidad de Santiago de Chile, Av. B. O’Higgins, 3363, Santiago 9170124, Chile
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- Centro de Investigación en Recursos Naturales y Sustentabilidad, Universidad Bernardo O’Higgins, Fabrica 1990, Segundo Piso, Santiago 8370993, Chile;
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- Departamento de Acuicultura y Recursos Agroalimentarios, Campus Osorno-Chuyaca, Universidad de los Lagos, Osorno 5290000, Chile;
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- Instituto de Química, Facultad de Ciencias, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Av. Universidad 330, Placilla, Valparaíso 2373223, Chile;
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- Facultad de Química y Biología, Universidad de Santiago de Chile, Av. B. O’Higgins, 3363, Santiago 9170124, Chile
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Batool M, Shah MH. Appraisal of contamination, source identification and health risk assessment of selected metals in the agricultural soil of Chakwal, Pakistan. ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH 2023; 45:8295-8316. [PMID: 37594606 DOI: 10.1007/s10653-023-01721-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/19/2023]
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Contamination of metals in agricultural soil is a serious global threat but there are limited reports related to their risks in major agronomic areas. The current study is aimed to assess the distribution of selected macroelements and essential/toxic trace metals (Ca, Mg, Na, K, Sr, Li, Ag, Fe, Zn, Co, Cu, Mn, Cd, Cr, Pb and Ni) in the agricultural soil of Chakwal, Pakistan, in order to appraise their contamination status, source identification and probable human health risks. Quantification of the metals was performed by AAS employing aqua regia digestion method. Among the selected metals, dominant mean concentrations were observed for Ca (48,285 mg/kg) and Fe (30,120 mg/kg), followed by Mg (9171 mg/kg), K (973.3 mg/kg), Mn (399.0 mg/kg) and Na (368.9 mg/kg). The correlation study indicated strong mutual relationships among the metals as well as physicochemical properties. Multivariate analysis (PCA/CA) of the metal levels revealed their diverse anthropogenic sources in the soil. Various pollution indices indicated extremely high contamination/enrichment of Cd, followed by moderate enrichment/contamination of Ag in the soil. The HQ values for most of the metals manifested insignificant non-cancer risks. The average CR value of Cr was exceeding the safe limit (1.0E-06) for both ingestion and inhalation exposure, indicating a considerable lifelong cancer risk for the population. The results of this study will provide a better understanding related to the contamination of agricultural soil and its effects on human health and to promote effective actions to reduce the soil pollution.
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- Maryam Batool
- Department of Chemistry, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, 45320, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, 45320, Pakistan.
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Bakshi M, Kumar A. Co-application of TiO 2 nanoparticles and hyperaccumulator Brassica juncea L. for effective Cd removal from soil: Assessing the feasibility of using nano-phytoremediation. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2023; 341:118005. [PMID: 37148761 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2023.118005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2023] [Revised: 04/10/2023] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Nano-phytoremediation is anticipated as a potential technology for the remediation of heavy metals from soil sites. This study evaluated the feasibility of using titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2 NPs) at various concentrations (0, 100, 250, 500 mg/kg) along with a hyperaccumulator, Brassica juncea L., for effective removal of Cadmium (Cd) from the soil. Plants were grown for a whole life cycle in soil containing 10 mg/kg of Cd and spiked TiO2 NPs. We analyzed the plants for Cd tolerance, phytotoxicity, Cd removal, and translocation. Brassica plants displayed high Cd tolerance with a significant increase in plant growth, biomass, and photosynthetic activity in a concentration-dependent manner. Cd removal from the soil at TiO2 NPs concentrations of 0, 100, 250, and 500 mg/kg treatment was 32.46%, 11.62%, 17.55%, and 55.11%, respectively. The translocation factor for Cd was found to be 1.35, 0.96, 3.73, and 1.27 for 0, 100, 250, and 500 mg/kg concentrations. The results of this study indicate that TiO2 NPs applications in the soil can minimize Cd stress in plants and lead to its efficient removal from soil. Thus, the association of nanoparticles with the phytoremediation process can lead to good application prospects for the remediation of contaminated soil.
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- Mansi Bakshi
- Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, 110016, India.
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, 110016, India
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Aparna RK, Karmakar A, Arsha RT, Kundu S, Mandal S. Copper nanoparticle-embellished Zr-based metal-organic framework for electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction. Chem Commun (Camb) 2023; 59:10444-10447. [PMID: 37555314 DOI: 10.1039/d3cc03294a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/10/2023]
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Copper nanoparticles (Cu NPs) have gained immense popularity in catalysis by virtue of their impressive properties and earth abundance. Herein, we incorporated small-sized copper nanoparticles into the amine-functionalized NU-1000 MOF and used this composite material as an effective catalyst for electrocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution Reaction (HER) studies.
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- Ravari Kandy Aparna
- School of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala-695551, India.
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- Electrochemical Process Engineering (EPE) Division, CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI), Karaikudi-630006, Tamil Nadu, India
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- School of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala-695551, India.
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- Electrochemical Process Engineering (EPE) Division, CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI), Karaikudi-630006, Tamil Nadu, India
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- School of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala-695551, India.
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López-Luna J, Nopal-Hormiga Y, López-Sánchez L, Mtz-Enriquez AI, Pariona N. Effect of methods application of copper nanoparticles in the growth of avocado plants. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 880:163341. [PMID: 37031937 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.163341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2023] [Revised: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 04/03/2023] [Indexed: 04/15/2023]
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The aim of this greenhouse study was to evaluate root irrigation, foliar spray, and stem injection in order to find the best method for the nanofertilization of avocado plants with green synthesized CuNPs. One-year-old avocado plants were supplied four times (every 15 days) with 0.25 and 0.50 mg/ml of CuNPs through the three fertilization methods. Stem growth and new leaf formation were evaluated over time and after 60 days of CuNPs exposure, several plant traits (root growth, fresh and dry biomass, plant water content, cytotoxicity, photosynthetic pigments, and total Cu accumulation in plant tissues) were evaluated for CuNPs improvement. Regarding the control treatment, stem growth and new leaf appearance were increased by 25 % and 85 %, respectively, by the CuNPs supply methods of foliar spray>stem injection>root irrigation, with little significant differences among NPs concentrations. Avocado plants supplied with 0.25 and 0.50 mg/ml CuNPs maintained a hydric balance and cell viability ranged from 91 to 96 % through the three NPs application methods. TEM did not reveal any ultrastructural organelle changes induced by CuNPs in leaf tissues. The concentrations of CuNPs tested were not high enough to exert deleterious effects on the photosynthetic machinery of avocado plants, but photosynthetic efficiency was also found to be improved. The foliar spray method showed improved uptake and translocation of CuNPs, with almost no loss of Cu. In general, the improvement in plant traits indicated that the foliar spray method was the best for nanofertilization of avocado plants with CuNPs.
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- Jaime López-Luna
- Red de Estudios Moleculares Avanzados, Instituto de Ecología A. C., Carretera Antigua a Coatepec 351, El Haya, 91073 Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico.
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- Red de Estudios Moleculares Avanzados, Instituto de Ecología A. C., Carretera Antigua a Coatepec 351, El Haya, 91073 Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico
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- Red de Estudios Moleculares Avanzados, Instituto de Ecología A. C., Carretera Antigua a Coatepec 351, El Haya, 91073 Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico.
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- Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del IPN Unidad Saltillo, Av. Industria Metalúrgica 1062, Parque Industrial Ramos Arizpe, 25900, Coahuila, Mexico.
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- Red de Estudios Moleculares Avanzados, Instituto de Ecología A. C., Carretera Antigua a Coatepec 351, El Haya, 91073 Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico.
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Haider HI, Zafar I, Ain QU, Noreen A, Nazir A, Javed R, Sehgal SA, Khan AA, Rahman MM, Rashid S, Garai S, Sharma R. Synthesis and characterization of copper oxide nanoparticles: its influence on corn (Z. mays) and wheat (Triticum aestivum) plants by inoculation of Bacillus subtilis. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:37370-37385. [PMID: 36571685 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-24877-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2022] [Accepted: 12/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Nanotechnology is now playing an emerging role in green synthesis in agriculture as nanoparticles (NPs) are used for various applications in plant growth and development. Copper is a plant micronutrient; the amount of copper oxide nanoparticles (CuONPs) in the soil determines whether it has positive or adverse effects. CuONPs can be used to grow corn and wheat plants by combining Bacillus subtilis. In this research, CuONPs were synthesized by precipitation method using different precursors such as sodium hydroxide (0.1 M) and copper nitrate (Cu(NO3)2) having 0.1 M concentration with a post-annealing method. The NPs were characterized through X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscope (SEM), and ultraviolet (UV) visible spectroscopy. Bacillus subtilis is used as a potential growth promoter for microbial inoculation due to its prototrophic nature. The JAR experiment was conducted, and the growth parameter of corn (Z. mays) and wheat (Triticum aestivum) was recorded after 5 days. The lab assay evaluated the germination in JARs with and without microbial inoculation under CuONP stress at different concentrations (25 and 50 mg). The present study aimed to synthesize CuONPs and systematically investigate the particle size effects of copper (II) oxide (CuONPs) (< 50 nm) on Triticum aestivum and Z. mays. In our results, the XRD pattern of CuONPs at 500 °C calcination temperature with monoclinic phase is observed, with XRD peak intensity slightly increasing. The XRD patterns showed that the prepared CuONPs were extremely natural, crystal-like, and nano-shaped. We used Scherrer's formula to calculate the average size of the particle, indicated as 23 nm. The X-ray diffraction spectrum of synthesized materials and SEM analysis show that the particles of CuONPs were spherical in nature. The results revealed that the synthesized CuONPs combined with Bacillus subtilis used in a field study provided an excellent result, where growth parameters of Z. Mays and Triticum aestivum such as root length, shoot length, and plant biomass was improved as compared to the control group.
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- Department of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, Virtual University of Pakistan, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Government College Women University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Riphah International University, Faisalabad Campus, , Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Lahore, Sargodha Campus, Sargodha, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Pakistan
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- Department of Bioinformatics, University of Okara, Okara, Pakistan
- Department of Bioinformatics, Institute of Biochemistry, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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- Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka, 1207, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 173, Al-Kharj, 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, 221005, India
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- Department of Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, Faculty of Ayurveda, Institute of Medical Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, 221005, India.
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Rashid MS, Liu G, Yousaf B, Hamid Y, Rehman A, Arif M, Ahmed R, Ashraf A, Song Y. A critical review on biochar-assisted free radicals mediated redox reactions influencing transformation of potentially toxic metals: Occurrence, formation, and environmental applications. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2022; 315:120335. [PMID: 36202269 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2022.120335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Revised: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 09/29/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Potentially toxic metals have become a viable threat to the ecosystem due to their carcinogenic nature. Biochar has gained substantial interest due to its redox-mediated processes and redox-active metals. Biochar has the capacity to directly adsorb the pollutants from contaminated environments through several mechanisms such as coprecipitation, complexation, ion exchange, and electrostatic interaction. Biochar's electron-mediating potential may be influenced by the cyclic transition of surface moieties and conjugated carbon structures. Thus, pyrolysis configuration, biomass material, retention time, oxygen flow, and heating time also affect biochar's redox properties. Generally, reactive oxygen species (ROS) exist as free radicals (FRs) in radical and non-radical forms, i.e., hydroxyl radical, superoxide, nitric oxide, hydrogen peroxide, and singlet oxygen. Heavy metals are involved in the production of FRs during redox-mediated reactions, which may contribute to ROS formation. This review aims to critically evaluate the redox-mediated characteristics of biochar produced from various biomass feedstocks under different pyrolysis conditions. In addition, we assessed the impact of biochar-assisted FRs redox-mediated processes on heavy metal immobilization and mobility. We also revealed new insights into the function of FRs in biochar and its potential uses for environment-friendly remediation and reducing the dependency on fossil-based materials, utilizing local residual biomass as a raw material in terms of sustainability.
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- Muhammad Saqib Rashid
- CAS-Key Laboratory of Crust-Mantle Materials and the Environments, School of Earth and Space Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, PR China
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- CAS-Key Laboratory of Crust-Mantle Materials and the Environments, School of Earth and Space Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, PR China; State Key Laboratory of Loess and Quaternary Geology, Institute of Earth Environment, The Chinese Academy of Sciences, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710075, China.
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- CAS-Key Laboratory of Crust-Mantle Materials and the Environments, School of Earth and Space Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, PR China; State Key Laboratory of Loess and Quaternary Geology, Institute of Earth Environment, The Chinese Academy of Sciences, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710075, China
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- Ministry of Education (MOE) Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, College of Environmental and Resources Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, People's Republic of China
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- CAS-Key Laboratory of Crust-Mantle Materials and the Environments, School of Earth and Space Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, PR China
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- CAS-Key Laboratory of Crust-Mantle Materials and the Environments, School of Earth and Space Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, PR China; Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, 60000, Pakistan
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- CAS-Key Laboratory of Crust-Mantle Materials and the Environments, School of Earth and Space Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, PR China
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- CAS-Key Laboratory of Crust-Mantle Materials and the Environments, School of Earth and Space Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, PR China
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- CAS-Key Laboratory of Crust-Mantle Materials and the Environments, School of Earth and Space Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, PR China; School of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang, 621010, Sichuan, PR China
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Phung LD, Kumar A, Watanabe T. CuO nanoparticles in irrigation wastewater have no detrimental effect on rice growth but may pose human health risks. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2022; 847:157602. [PMID: 35896133 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.157602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2022] [Revised: 07/15/2022] [Accepted: 07/20/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The possibility of metal-based nanoparticles (NPs) being released into agricultural soils via sewage systems has raised widespread concern about their negative effects on crop plants, soils, and potential risks to human health via the food chain. The objectives of this study were to (i) determine the effect of CuO NPs in irrigation water on plant growth and Cu accumulation in a rice-soil system using continuous sub-irrigation with treated wastewater (CSI), and (ii) assess the Cu exposure and potential health risk associated with rice consumption. CuO NPs were examined in treated municipal wastewater (TWW) at environmentally acceptable concentrations (0, 0.02, 0.2, and 2.0 mg Cu L-1), allowing for effluent discharge and/or crop irrigation reuse. Low CuO NP concentrations in TWW had no adverse effect on plant growth, yield, or grain quality. Cu accumulation significantly increased in various parts of rice plants and paddy soils at 2.0 mg Cu L-1. CuO NPs had no discernible effect on rice plants when compared to CuSO4 at 0.2 mg Cu L-1. The estimated daily intake of Cu derived from inadvertent consumption of Cu-contaminated rice (by CuO NPs in TWW) for young children aged 0-6 years exceeded the oral reference dose for toxicity. Overall, we found no acute toxicity of CuO NPs in TWW to rice plants, but significant Cu accumulation in grains. This implies that there is a high risk of human health problems associated with rice that was intensively irrigated with TWW containing CuO NPs.
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- Luc Duc Phung
- Faculty of Agriculture, Yamagata University, 1-23 Wakaba-machi, Tsuruoka, Yamagata 997-8555, Japan; Center for Foreign Languages and International Education, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Trau Quy, Gia Lam, Ha Noi 12406, Viet Nam.
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi 110016, India
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- Faculty of Agriculture, Yamagata University, 1-23 Wakaba-machi, Tsuruoka, Yamagata 997-8555, Japan
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Nano-Restoration for Sustaining Soil Fertility: A Pictorial and Diagrammatic Review Article. PLANTS 2022; 11:plants11182392. [PMID: 36145792 PMCID: PMC9504293 DOI: 10.3390/plants11182392] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Revised: 09/08/2022] [Accepted: 09/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Soil is a real treasure that humans cannot live without. Therefore, it is very important to sustain and conserve soils to guarantee food, fiber, fuel, and other human necessities. Healthy or high-quality soils that include adequate fertility, diverse ecosystems, and good physical properties are important to allow soil to produce healthy food in support of human health. When a soil suffers from degradation, the soil’s productivity decreases. Soil restoration refers to the reversal of degradational processes. This study is a pictorial review on the nano-restoration of soil to return its fertility. Restoring soil fertility for zero hunger and restoration of degraded soils are also discussed. Sustainable production of nanoparticles using plants and microbes is part of the process of soil nano-restoration. The nexus of nanoparticle–plant–microbe (NPM) is a crucial issue for soil fertility. This nexus itself has several internal interactions or relationships, which control the bioavailability of nutrients, agrochemicals, or pollutants for cultivated plants. The NPM nexus is also controlled by many factors that are related to soil fertility and its restoration. This is the first photographic review on nano-restoration to return and sustain soil fertility. However, several additional open questions need to be answered and will be discussed in this work.
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Yu Q, Zhang Z, Monikh FA, Wu J, Wang Z, Vijver MG, Bosker T, Peijnenburg WJGM. Trophic transfer of Cu nanoparticles in a simulated aquatic food chain. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2022; 242:113920. [PMID: 35905628 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2022.113920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2022] [Revised: 07/20/2022] [Accepted: 07/23/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The goal of the current study was to quantify the trophic transfer of copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) in a food chain consisting of the microalga Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata as the representative of primary producer, the grazer Daphnia magna, and the omnivorous mysid Limnomysis benedeni. To quantify the size and number concentration of CuNPs in the biota, tissue extraction with tetramethylammonium hydroxide (TMAH) was performed and quantification was done by single particle inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (sp-ICP-MS). The bioconcentration factor (BCF) of the test species for CuNPs varied between 102 - 103 L/kg dry weight when expressing the internal concentration on a mass basis, which was lower than BCF values reported for Cu2+ (103 - 104 L/kg dry weight). The particle size of CuNPs determined by sp-ICP-MS ranged from 22 to 40 nm in the species. No significant changes in the particle size were measured throughout the food chain. Moreover, the measured number of CuNPs in each trophic level was in the order of 1013 particles/kg wet weight. The calculated trophic transfer factor (mass concentration basis) was > 1. This indicates biomagnification of particulate Cu from P. subcapitata to L. benedeni. It was also found that the uptake of particulate Cu (based on the particle number concentration) was mainly from the dietary route rather than from direct aqueous exposure. Furthermore, dietary exposure to CuNPs had a significant effect on the feeding rate of mysid during their transfer from daphnia to mysid and from alga through daphnia to mysid. This work emphasizes the importance of tracing the particulate fraction of metal-based engineered nanoparticles when studying their uptake and trophic transfer.
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- Qi Yu
- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden 2300 RA, the Netherlands.
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- College of Environment, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou 310032, PR China
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden 2300 RA, the Netherlands; Department of Environmental & Biological Sciences, University of Eastern Finland, FI-80101 Joensuu, Finland
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden 2300 RA, the Netherlands
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Collaborative Innovation Center of Atmospheric Environment and Equipment Technology, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Atmospheric Environment Monitoring and Pollution Control, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, PR China.
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden 2300 RA, the Netherlands
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden 2300 RA, the Netherlands
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden 2300 RA, the Netherlands; Centre for Safety of Substances and Products, National Institute of Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), Bilthoven 3720 BA, the Netherlands
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Ahmed B, Rizvi A, Syed A, Rajput VD, Elgorban AM, Al-Rejaie SS, Minkina T, Khan MS, Lee J. Understanding the phytotoxic impact of Al 3+, nano-size, and bulk Al 2O 3 on growth and physiology of maize (Zea mays L.) in aqueous and soil media. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 300:134555. [PMID: 35405193 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.134555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2021] [Revised: 03/10/2022] [Accepted: 04/05/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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The release and accumulation of metal-oxide nanoparticles in soils have threatened terrestrial plants. However, limited knowledge is available on the accumulation of nano-Al2O3 (22 nm), bulk-Al2O3 (167 nm), and Al3+ by maize plants and the subsequent impact on its physiology and growth in agar (0.7% w/v), hydroponic (1X), and soil. Maize plants were cultivated with 0.05-2 mg g-1 or ml-1 of three Al types and their biological attributes, oxidative status, Al bioaccumulation, and translocation were measured. The ICP-MS results revealed a dose-dependent increase (P ≤ 0.05 or ≤0.01) in Al content in maize tissues following nano-Al2O3 and Al3+ exposure, however, plants exposed to bulk-Al2O3 showed no significant uptake of Al. Atomic mapping by EDX during SEM analysis and TEM revealed varied distributions of nano-Al2O3 from roots to aerial parts and intracellular transportation. Al deposition in tissues followed the order: Al3+ > nano-Al2O3 > bulk-Al2O3 and therefore, a similar trend of toxicity was observed for seed germination, the emergence of plant organs, length, biomass accumulation, total chlorophyll, phosphorus content, and total soluble protein. Oxidative stress was profoundly induced dose-dependently and was highest at 2 mg ml-1 or g-1 of Al3+ and nano-Al2O3 when superoxide radical formation, proline induction, activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), peroxidase (GPX), and glutathione reductase (GR) and membrane lipid peroxidation were measured. Aluminum toxicity was found higher in hydroponically grown maize compared to soil-grown maize. Forty days exposure in soil showed greater inhibition of maize growth compared to 20 days exposure. This study is significant in understanding the maize response to different Al types in soil and soil-free media.
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- Bilal Ahmed
- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Botany, Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi, 110062, India
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, Rostov-on-Don, 344090, Russia.
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, P.O. Box 55760, King Saud University, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, Rostov-on-Don, 344090, Russia
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- Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, Republic of Korea.
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Shahane SP, Kumar A. Estimation of health risks due to copper-based nanoagrochemicals. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 29:25046-25059. [PMID: 34837610 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-021-17308-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Accepted: 10/27/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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This study estimated health risks due to two types of copper-based nanoagrochemicals (Cu (OH)2 and CuO nanoparticles (NPs)), during inadvertent ingestion of soil and consumption of leafy vegetables for a hypothetical exposure scenario. The dissolution of copper-based nanoagrochemicals in human digestive system was considered for estimating realistic doses. No risk was found during soil ingestion (hazard quotient (HQ) <1). HQ (no dissolution of Cu (OH) 2 nanopesticides) (HQ= 0.015) comes out to be 2 times higher than that of HQ (100% dissolution of Cu (OH)2 nanopesticides into copper ions) (HQ= 0.007). In case of risk from consumption of leafy vegetables, the following order of risk was found (high to low HQ value): Cu (OH)2 (HQ= 1925) >CuO NPs (1402). Combined exposure of Cu (OH)2 nanopesticide through soil ingestion as well as consumption of contaminated edible leafy vegetables resulted in health risks. The calculated maximum allowable applicable concentration values of Cu (OH)2 and CuO NPs without posing risk to human and plant toxicity were found to be 1.14 and 0.45 mg/L, respectively. These findings can be used now for deciding safe use of copper-based nanoagrochemicals.
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- Shraddha Pravin Shahane
- Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, India.
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Deng C, Wang Y, Cantu JM, Valdes C, Navarro G, Cota-Ruiz K, Hernandez-Viezcas JA, Li C, Elmer WH, Dimkpa CO, White JC, Gardea-Torresdey JL. Soil and foliar exposure of soybean (Glycine max) to Cu: Nanoparticle coating-dependent plant responses. NANOIMPACT 2022; 26:100406. [PMID: 35588596 DOI: 10.1016/j.impact.2022.100406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2022] [Revised: 04/02/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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In this study, we investigated the effects of citric acid (CA) coated copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO NPs) and their application method (foliar or soil exposure) on the growth and physiology of soybean (Glycine max). After nanomaterials exposure via foliar or soil application, Cu concentration was elevated in the roots, leaves, stem, pod, and seeds; distribution varied by plant organ and surface coating. Foliar application of CuO NPs at 300 mg/L and CuO-CA NPs at 75 mg/L increased soybean yield by 169.5% and 170.1%, respectively. In contrast, foliar and soil exposure to ionic Cu with all treatments (75 and 300 mg/L) had no impact on yield. Additionally, CuO-CA NPs at 300 mg/L significantly decreased Cu concentration in seeds by 46.7%, compared to control, and by 44.7%, compared to equivalent concentration of CuO NPs. Based on the total Cu concentration, CuO NPs appeared to be more accessible for plant uptake, compared to CuO-CA NPs, inducing a decrease in protein content by 56.3% and inhibiting plant height by 27.9% at 300 mg/kg under soil exposure. The translocation of Cu from leaf to root and from the root to leaf through the xylem was imaged by two-photon microscopy. The findings indicate that citric acid coating reduced CuO NPs toxicity in soybean, demonstrating that surface modification may change the toxic properties of NPs. This research provides direct evidence for the positive effects of CuO-CA NPs on soybean, including accumulation and in planta transfer of the particles, and provides important information when assessing the risk and the benefits of NP use in food safety and security.
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- Chaoyi Deng
- Environmental Science and Engineering Ph.D. Program, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, 123 Huntington St., New Haven, CT 06504, USA
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Physics, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- DOE - Plant Research Laboratory, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, 123 Huntington St., New Haven, CT 06504, USA
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- The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, 123 Huntington St., New Haven, CT 06504, USA
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- The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, 123 Huntington St., New Haven, CT 06504, USA
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- Environmental Science and Engineering Ph.D. Program, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA; Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA.
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