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Francis DV, Abdalla AK, Mahakham W, Sarmah AK, Ahmed ZFR. Interaction of plants and metal nanoparticles: Exploring its molecular mechanisms for sustainable agriculture and crop improvement. ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL 2024; 190:108859. [PMID: 38970982 DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2024.108859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2024] [Revised: 06/03/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/08/2024]
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Metal nanoparticles offer promising prospects in agriculture, enhancing plant growth and ensuring food security. Silver, gold, copper, and zinc nanoparticles possess unique properties making them attractive for plant applications. Understanding molecular interactions between metal nanoparticles and plants is crucial for unlocking their potential to boost crop productivity and sustainability. This review explores metal nanoparticles in agriculture, emphasizing the need to understand these interactions. By elucidating mechanisms, it highlights the potential for enhancing crop productivity, stress tolerance, and nutrient-use efficiency, contributing to sustainable agriculture and food security. Quantifying benefits and risks reveal significant advantages. Metal nanoparticles enhance crop productivity by 20% on average and reduce disease incidence by up to 50% when used as antimicrobial agents. They also reduce nutrient leaching by 30% and enhance soil carbon sequestration by 15%, but concerns about toxicity, adverse effects on non-target organisms, and nanoparticle accumulation in the food chain must be addressed. Metal nanoparticles influence cellular processes including sensing, signaling, transcription, translation, and post-translational modifications. They act as signaling molecules, activate stress-responsive genes, enhance defense mechanisms, and improve nutrient uptake. The review explores their catalytic role in nutrient management, disease control, precision agriculture, nano-fertilizers, and nano-remediation. A bibliometric analysis offers insights into the current research landscape, highlighting trends, gaps, and future directions. In conclusion, metal nanoparticles hold potential for revolutionizing agriculture, enhancing productivity, mitigating environmental stressors, and promoting sustainability. Addressing risks and gaps is crucial for their safe integration into agricultural practices.
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- Dali V Francis
- Department of Integrative Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain 15551, United Arab Emirates
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- Food Science and Technology Department, College of Agriculture, South Valley University, Qena 83523, Egypt
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Integrative Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain 15551, United Arab Emirates.
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Stolte Bezerra Lisboa Oliveira L, Ristroph KD. Critical Review: Uptake and Translocation of Organic Nanodelivery Vehicles in Plants. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 2024; 58:5646-5669. [PMID: 38517744 DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.3c09757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/24/2024]
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Nanodelivery vehicles (NDVs) are engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) that, within the agricultural sector, have been investigated for their ability to improve uptake and translocation of agrochemicals, control release, or target specific tissues or subcellular compartments. Both inorganic and organic NDVs have been studied for agrochemical delivery in the literature, but research on the latter has been slower to develop than the literature on the former. Since the two classes of nanomaterials exhibit significant differences in surface chemistry, physical deformability, and even colloidal stability, trends that apply to inorganic NDVs may not hold for organic NDVs, and vice versa. We here review the current literature on the uptake, translocation, biotransformation, and cellular and subcellular internalization of organic NDVs in plants following foliar or root administration. A background on nanomaterials and plant physiology is provided as a leveling ground for researchers in the field. Trends in uptake and translocation are examined as a function of NDV properties and compared to those reported for inorganic nanomaterials. Methods for assessing fate and transport of organic NDVs in plants (a major bottleneck in the field) are discussed. We end by identifying knowledge gaps in the literature that must be understood in order to rationally design organic NDVs for precision agrochemical nanodelivery.
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- Luiza Stolte Bezerra Lisboa Oliveira
- Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department, Purdue University, 225 South University Street, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907, United States
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- Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department, Purdue University, 225 South University Street, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907, United States
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Oleandro E, Stanzione M, Buonocore GG, Lavorgna M. Zein-Based Nanoparticles as Active Platforms for Sustainable Applications: Recent Advances and Perspectives. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 14:414. [PMID: 38470745 DOI: 10.3390/nano14050414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2023] [Revised: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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Nanomaterials, due to their unique structural and functional features, are widely investigated for potential applications in a wide range of industrial sectors. In this context, protein-based nanoparticles, given proteins' abundance, non-toxicity, and stability, offer a promising and sustainable methodology for encapsulation and protection, and can be used in engineered nanocarriers that are capable of releasing active compounds on demand. Zein is a plant-based protein extracted from corn, and it is biocompatible, biodegradable, and amphiphilic. Several approaches and technologies are currently involved in zein-based nanoparticle preparation, such as antisolvent precipitation, spray drying, supercritical processes, coacervation, and emulsion procedures. Thanks to their peculiar characteristics, zein-based nanoparticles are widely used as nanocarriers of active compounds in targeted application fields such as drug delivery, bioimaging, or soft tissue engineering, as reported by others. The main goal of this review is to investigate the use of zein-based nanocarriers for different advanced applications including food/food packaging, cosmetics, and agriculture, which are attracting researchers' efforts, and to exploit the future potential development of zein NPs in the field of cultural heritage, which is still relatively unexplored. Moreover, the presented overview focuses on several preparation methods (i.e., antisolvent processes, spry drying), correlating the different analyzed methodologies to NPs' structural and functional properties and their capability to act as carriers of bioactive compounds, both to preserve their activity and to tune their release in specific working conditions.
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- Emilia Oleandro
- Institute of Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials-CNR, Piazzale E. Fermi 1, 80055 Portici, Italy
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- Institute of Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials-CNR, Piazzale E. Fermi 1, 80055 Portici, Italy
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- Institute of Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials-CNR, Piazzale E. Fermi 1, 80055 Portici, Italy
- Institute of Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials-CNR, Via Previati 1/E, 23900 Lecco, Italy
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Huang Y, Xiong Q, Li J, Gan C, Zhang Y, Mo Q, Pang L, Cui J. Enhancing Systemic Translocation of Insecticides via Nanoformulations Incorporating β-Cyclodextrin Octadecarboxylate as a Carrier. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2024; 72:3374-3387. [PMID: 38319593 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.3c07824] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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The conversion of contact-killing pesticides into systemic pesticides can significantly enhance the bioavailability of pesticides, thereby reducing pesticide usage and environmental harm. A series of β-cyclodextrin fatty acid esters with varying branch chains were synthesized and employed as carriers in nanoformulation of insecticide. The investigation revealed that nanoformulations prepared using β-cyclodextrin octadecarboxylate (β-CDs) exhibited superior stability and remarkable systemic translocation within plants. Six contact-killing insecticide nanoformulations were developed utilizing β-CDs as carriers, and tests indicated that β-CDs significantly enhanced the systemic translocation of insecticides in plants compared to carrier-free nanoformulations. It was found that β-CDs increased the level of systemic translocation of insecticides by 5-12 times. Additionally, characterization results from λ-cyhalothrin-β-CDs nanoformulation demonstrated their superior ability to improve photolysis resistance, prolong release time, and extend insecticidal duration. Consequently, β-CDs can be utilized as a green additive in pesticide production to enhance the systemic translocation of pesticides in plants and increase their bioavailability.
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- Yanmin Huang
- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Natural Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Nanning Normal University, Nanning 530001, P. R. China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Natural Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Nanning Normal University, Nanning 530001, P. R. China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Natural Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Nanning Normal University, Nanning 530001, P. R. China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Natural Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Nanning Normal University, Nanning 530001, P. R. China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Natural Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Nanning Normal University, Nanning 530001, P. R. China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Natural Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Nanning Normal University, Nanning 530001, P. R. China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Natural Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Nanning Normal University, Nanning 530001, P. R. China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Natural Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Nanning Normal University, Nanning 530001, P. R. China
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Wang D, Wang J, Wu Y, Liu C, Huang Y, Chen Y, Ding Z, Guan Y, Wu Q. Amelioration of Acute Alcoholic Liver Injury via Attenuating Oxidative Damage and Modulating Inflammation by Means of Ursodeoxycholic Acid-Zein Nanoparticles. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2023; 71:17080-17096. [PMID: 38104279 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.3c04786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
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Ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) has been broadly adopted for the clinical treatment of hepatic and biliary diseases; however, its poor water-solubility becomes an obstacle in wide applications. To overcome these challenges, herein, a two-tier UDCA-embedded system of zein nanoparticles (NPs) along with a polyelectrolyte complex was designed under facile conditions. Both the UDCA-zein NPs and their inclusion microcapsules showed a spherical shape with a uniform size. A typical wall plus capsule/core structure was formed in which UDCA-zein NPs distributed evenly in the interior. The UDCA inclusion microcapsules had an encapsulation rate of 67% and were released in a non-Fickian or anomalous transport manner. The bioavailability and efficacy of UDCA-zein NPs were assessed in vivo through the alcoholic liver disease (ALD) mouse model via intragastric administration. UDCA-zein NPs ameliorated the symptoms of ALD mice remarkably, which were mainly exerted through attenuation of antioxidant stress levels. Meanwhile, it notably upregulated the intestinal tight junction protein expression and improved and maintained the integrity of the mucosal barrier effectively. Collectively, with the improvement of bioavailability, the UDCA-zein NPs prominently alleviated the oxidative damage induced by alcohol, modulating the inflammation so as to restore ALD. It is anticipated that UDCA-zein NPs have great therapeutic potential as sustained-nanovesicles in ALD treatment.
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- Dong Wang
- School of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Eco-engineering and Biotechnology of Anhui Province and Anhui Key Laboratory of Modern Biomanufacturing, Anhui University, Hefei 230601, Anhui, PR China
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- School of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Eco-engineering and Biotechnology of Anhui Province and Anhui Key Laboratory of Modern Biomanufacturing, Anhui University, Hefei 230601, Anhui, PR China
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- School of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Eco-engineering and Biotechnology of Anhui Province and Anhui Key Laboratory of Modern Biomanufacturing, Anhui University, Hefei 230601, Anhui, PR China
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- School of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Eco-engineering and Biotechnology of Anhui Province and Anhui Key Laboratory of Modern Biomanufacturing, Anhui University, Hefei 230601, Anhui, PR China
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- School of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Eco-engineering and Biotechnology of Anhui Province and Anhui Key Laboratory of Modern Biomanufacturing, Anhui University, Hefei 230601, Anhui, PR China
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- School of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Eco-engineering and Biotechnology of Anhui Province and Anhui Key Laboratory of Modern Biomanufacturing, Anhui University, Hefei 230601, Anhui, PR China
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- Department of Chemistry, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario N6A 5B7, Canada
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- College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Eco-engineering and Biotechnology of Anhui Province and Anhui Key Laboratory of Modern Biomanufacturing, Anhui University, Hefei 230601, Anhui, PR China
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Goyal V, Rani D, Ritika, Mehrotra S, Deng C, Wang Y. Unlocking the Potential of Nano-Enabled Precision Agriculture for Efficient and Sustainable Farming. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 12:3744. [PMID: 37960100 PMCID: PMC10649170 DOI: 10.3390/plants12213744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2023] [Revised: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023]
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Nanotechnology has attracted remarkable attention due to its unique features and potential uses in multiple domains. Nanotechnology is a novel strategy to boost production from agriculture along with superior efficiency, ecological security, biological safety, and monetary security. Modern farming processes increasingly rely on environmentally sustainable techniques, providing substitutes for conventional fertilizers and pesticides. The drawbacks inherent in traditional agriculture can be addressed with the implementation of nanotechnology. Nanotechnology can uplift the global economy, so it becomes essential to explore the application of nanoparticles in agriculture. In-depth descriptions of the microbial synthesis of nanoparticles, the site and mode of action of nanoparticles in living cells and plants, the synthesis of nano-fertilizers and their effects on nutrient enhancement, the alleviation of abiotic stresses and plant diseases, and the interplay of nanoparticles with the metabolic processes of both plants and microbes are featured in this review. The antimicrobial activity, ROS-induced toxicity to cells, genetic damage, and growth promotion of plants are among the most often described mechanisms of operation of nanoparticles. The size, shape, and dosage of nanoparticles determine their ability to respond. Nevertheless, the mode of action of nano-enabled agri-chemicals has not been fully elucidated. The information provided in our review paper serves as an essential viewpoint when assessing the constraints and potential applications of employing nanomaterials in place of traditional fertilizers.
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- Vinod Goyal
- Department of Botany and Plant Physiology, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar 125004, Haryana, India
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- Department of Microbiology, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar 125004, Haryana, India
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- Department of Microbiology, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar 125004, Haryana, India
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- Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, New Haven, CT 06511, USA; (C.D.); (Y.W.)
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, New Haven, CT 06511, USA; (C.D.); (Y.W.)
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Bonser CAR, Astete CE, Sabliov CM, Davis JA. Elucidating the insecticidal mechanisms of zein nanoparticles on Anticarsia gemmatalis (Lepidoptera: Erebidae). JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY 2023; 116:1196-1204. [PMID: 37229568 DOI: 10.1093/jee/toad091] [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: 03/01/2023] [Revised: 04/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/05/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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Previous research suggested that positively charged zein nanoparticles [(+)ZNP] were toxic to neonates of Anticarsia gemmatalis Hübner and deleterious to noctuid pests. However, specific modes of action for ZNP have not been elucidated. Diet overlay bioassays attempted to rule out the hypothesis that A. gemmatalis mortality was caused by surface charges from component surfactants. Overlay bioassays indicated that negatively charged zein nanoparticles [(-)ZNP] and its anionic surfactant, sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS), exhibited no toxic effects when compared to the untreated check. Nonionic zein nanoparticles [(N)ZNP] appeared to increase mortality compared to the untreated check, though larval weights were unaffected. Overlay results for (+)ZNP and its cationic surfactant, didodecyldimethylammonium bromide (DDAB), were found to be consistent with former research indicating high mortalities, and thus, dosage response curves were conducted. Concentration response tests found the LC50 for DDAB on A. gemmatalis neonates was 208.82 a.i./ml. To rule out possible antifeedant capabilities, dual choice assays were conducted. Results indicated that neither DDAB nor (+)ZNP were antifeedants, while SDS reduced feeding when compared to other treatment solutions. Oxidative stress was tested as a possible mode of action, with antioxidant levels used as a proxy for reactive oxygen species (ROS) in A. gemmatalis neonates, which were fed diet treated with different concentrations of (+)ZNP and DDAB. Results indicated that both (+)ZNP and DDAB decreased antioxidant levels compared to the untreated check, suggesting that both (+)ZNP and DDAB may inhibit antioxidant levels. This paper adds to the literature on potential modes of action by biopolymeric nanoparticles.
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- Colin A R Bonser
- Department of Entomology, LSU Agricultural Center, 404 Life Science Building, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
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- Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, LSU Agricultural Center, 149 E. B. Doran Building, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
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- Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, LSU Agricultural Center, 149 E. B. Doran Building, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
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- Department of Entomology, LSU Agricultural Center, 404 Life Science Building, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
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Wang X, Xie H, Wang P, Yin H. Nanoparticles in Plants: Uptake, Transport and Physiological Activity in Leaf and Root. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:3097. [PMID: 37109933 PMCID: PMC10146108 DOI: 10.3390/ma16083097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 36.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2023] [Revised: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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Due to their unique characteristics, nanoparticles are increasingly used in agricultural production through foliage spraying and soil application. The use of nanoparticles can improve the efficiency of agricultural chemicals and reduce the pollution caused by the use of agricultural chemicals. However, introducing nanoparticles into agricultural production may pose risks to the environment, food and even human health. Therefore, it is crucial to pay attention to the absorption migration, and transformation in crops, and to the interaction with higher plants and plant toxicity of nanoparticles in agriculture. Research shows that nanoparticles can be absorbed by plants and have an impact on plant physiological activities, but the absorption and transport mechanism of nanoparticles is still unclear. This paper summarizes the research progress of the absorption and transportation of nanoparticles in plants, especially the effect of size, surface charge and chemical composition of nanoparticle on the absorption and transportation in leaf and root through different ways. This paper also reviews the impact of nanoparticles on plant physiological activity. The content of the paper is helpful to guide the rational application of nanoparticles in agricultural production and ensure the sustainability of nanoparticles in agricultural production.
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- Xueran Wang
- College of Transportation Engineering, Dalian Maritime University, Dalian 116026, China; (X.W.); (P.W.)
- Dalian Engineering Research Center for Carbohydrate Agricultural Preparations, Dalian Technology Innovation Center for Green Agriculture, Liaoning Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbohydrates, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian 116023, China
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- Dalian Engineering Research Center for Carbohydrate Agricultural Preparations, Dalian Technology Innovation Center for Green Agriculture, Liaoning Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbohydrates, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian 116023, China
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- College of Transportation Engineering, Dalian Maritime University, Dalian 116026, China; (X.W.); (P.W.)
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- Dalian Engineering Research Center for Carbohydrate Agricultural Preparations, Dalian Technology Innovation Center for Green Agriculture, Liaoning Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbohydrates, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian 116023, China
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Faizan M, Karabulut F, Alam P, Yusuf M, Tonny SH, Adil MF, Sehar S, Ahmed SM, Hayat S. Nanobionics: A Sustainable Agricultural Approach towards Understanding Plant Response to Heavy Metals, Drought, and Salt Stress. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:974. [PMID: 36985867 PMCID: PMC10058739 DOI: 10.3390/nano13060974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2023] [Revised: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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In the current scenario, the rising concentration of heavy metals (HMs) due to anthropogenic activities is a severe problem. Plants are very much affected by HM pollution as well as other abiotic stress such as salinity and drought. It is very important to fulfil the nutritional demands of an ever-growing population in these adverse environmental conditions and/or stresses. Remediation of HM in contaminated soil is executed through physical and chemical processes which are costly, time-consuming, and non-sustainable. The application of nanobionics in crop resilience with enhanced stress tolerance may be the safe and sustainable strategy to increase crop yield. Thus, this review emphasizes the impact of nanobionics on the physiological traits and growth indices of plants. Major concerns and stress tolerance associated with the use of nanobionics are also deliberated concisely. The nanobionic approach to plant physiological traits and stress tolerance would lead to an epoch of plant research at the frontier of nanotechnology and plant biology.
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- Mohammad Faizan
- Botany Section, School of Sciences, Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad 500032, India
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Firat University, Elazig 23119, Turkey
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- Department of Biology, College of Science and Humanities, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain 15551, United Arab Emirates
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- Faculty of Agriculture, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2202, Bangladesh
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- Zhejiang Key Laboratory of Crop Germplasm Resource, Department of Agronomy, College of Agriculture and Biotechnology, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Key Laboratory of Crop Germplasm Resource, Department of Agronomy, College of Agriculture and Biotechnology, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Botany Section, School of Sciences, Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad 500032, India
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- Department of Botany, Faculty of Life Science, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202002, India
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Vinzant K, Rashid M, Khodakovskaya MV. Advanced applications of sustainable and biological nano-polymers in agricultural production. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2023; 13:1081165. [PMID: 36684740 PMCID: PMC9852866 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2022.1081165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Accepted: 12/08/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Though still in its infancy, the use of nanotechnology has shown promise for improving and enhancing agriculture: nanoparticles (NP) offer the potential solution to depleted and dry soils, a method for the controlled release of agrochemicals, and offer an easier means of gene editing in plants. Due to the continued growth of the global population, it is undeniable that our agricultural systems and practices will need to become more efficient in the very near future. However, this new technology comes with significant worry regarding environmental contamination. NP applied to soils could wash into aquifers and contaminate drinking water, or NP applied to food crops may carry into the end product and contaminate our food supply. These are valid concerns that are not likely to be fully answered in the immediate future due to the complexity of soil-NP interactions and other confounding variables. Therefore, it is obviously preferred that NP used outdoors at this early stage be biodegradable, non-toxic, cost-effective, and sustainably manufactured. Fortunately, there are many different biologically derived, cost-efficient, and biocompatible polymers that are suitable for agricultural applications. In this mini-review, we discuss some promising organic nanomaterials and their potential use for the optimization and enhancement of agricultural practices.
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Kala S, Jawle CKD, Sogan N, Agarwal A, Kant K, Mishra BK, Kumar J. Analogous foliar uptake and leaf-to-root translocation of micelle nanoparticles in two dicot plants of diverse families. NANOIMPACT 2022; 28:100431. [PMID: 36206944 DOI: 10.1016/j.impact.2022.100431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Revised: 09/05/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Bio-inspired nanoparticles, including metallic, micelles, and polymeric, have been explored as a novel tool in the quest for effective and safe agrochemicals. Although nanoparticles (NPs) are being rapidly investigated for their usefulness in agricultural production and protection, little is known about the behaviour and interaction of oil-in-water micelle nanoparticles or nano-micelles (NM) with plants. We loaded a bio-based resin inherent of tree from the Pinaceae family as active material and produced stable nano-micelles using a natural emulsifier system. Here, we show that foliar-applied nano-micelle can translocate in two dicot plants belonging to diverse families (Coriandrum sativum -Apiaceae and Trigonella foenumgraecum -Fabaceae) via similar mode. Fluorescent-tagged NM (average diameter 11.20nm) showed strong signals and higher intensities as revealed by confocal imaging and exhibited significant adhesion in leaf compared to control. The NM subsequently translocates to other parts of the plants. As observed by SEM, the leaf surface anatomies revealed higher stomata densities and uptake of NM by guard cells; furthermore, larger extracellular spaces in mesophyll cells indicate a possible route of NM translocation. In addition, NM demonstrated improved wetting-spreading as illustrated by contact angle measurement. In a field bioassay, a single spray application of NM offered protection from aphid infestation for at least 9 days. There were no signs of phytotoxicity in plants post-application of NM. We conclude that pine resin-based nano-micelle provides an efficient, safe, and sustainable alternative for agricultural applications.
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- Smriti Kala
- Formulation Division, Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology (IPFT), Gurugram 122016, Haryana, India.
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- Formulation Division, Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology (IPFT), Gurugram 122016, Haryana, India
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- Deapartment of Botany, Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, Kalkaji, New Delhi 110019, India
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- Formulation Division, Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology (IPFT), Gurugram 122016, Haryana, India
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- National Research Center for Seed Spice Research, Ajmer 305206, India
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- National Research Center for Seed Spice Research, Ajmer 305206, India
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- Formulation Division, Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology (IPFT), Gurugram 122016, Haryana, India
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Bonser CAR, Astete CE, Sabliov CM, Davis JA. Life History of Chrysodeixis includens (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) on Positively Charged Zein Nanoparticles. ENVIRONMENTAL ENTOMOLOGY 2022; 51:763-771. [PMID: 35727137 DOI: 10.1093/ee/nvac042] [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: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Research indicates that nanoparticles can be an effective agricultural pest management tool, though unintended effects on the insect must be evaluated before their use in agroecosystems. Chrysodeixis includens (Walker) was used as a model to evaluate chronic parental and generational exposure to empty, positively charged zein nanoparticles ((+)ZNP) and methoxyfenozide-loaded zein nanoparticles (+)ZNP(MFZ) at low-lethal concentrations. To determine concentration limits, an acute toxic response test on meridic diet evaluated (+)ZNP(MFZ) and technical grade methoxyfenozide using two diet assay techniques. No differences in acute toxicity were observed between the two treatments within their respective bioassays. With these results, population dynamics following chronic exposure to low-lethal concentrations were evaluated. Parental lifetables evaluated cohorts of C. includens reared on diet treated with LC5 equivalents of (+)ZNP, (+)ZNP(MFZ), or technical grade methoxyfenozide. Compared to technical grade methoxyfenozide, (+)ZNP(MFZ) lowered both the net reproductive rate and intrinsic rate of increase, and was more deleterious to C. includens throughout its lifespan. This was contrasted to (+)ZNP, which showed no differences in population dynamics when compared with the control. To evaluate chronic exposure to (+)ZNP, generational lifetables reared cohorts of C. includens on LC5 equivalent values of (+)ZNP and then took the resulting offspring to be reared on either (+)ZNP or untreated diet. No differences in lifetable statistics were observed between the two treatments, suggesting that (+)ZNP at low ppm do not induce toxic generational effects. This study provides evidence into the effects of nanodelivered methoxyfenozide and the generational impact of (+)ZNP.
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- Colin A R Bonser
- Department of Entomology, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
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- Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
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- Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
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- Department of Entomology, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
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Takeshita V, Carvalho LB, Galhardi JA, Munhoz-Garcia GV, Pimpinato RF, Oliveira HC, Tornisielo VL, Fraceto LF. Development of a Preemergent Nanoherbicide: From Efficiency Evaluation to the Assessment of Environmental Fate and Risks to Soil Microorganisms. ACS NANOSCIENCE AU 2022; 2:307-323. [PMID: 37102067 PMCID: PMC10125138 DOI: 10.1021/acsnanoscienceau.1c00055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/28/2023]
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Nanoparticles based on biodegradable polymers have been shown to be excellent herbicide carriers, improving weed control and protecting the active ingredient in the crop fields. Metribuzin is often found in natural waters, which raises environmental concerns. Nanoencapsulation of this herbicide could be an alternative to reduce its losses to the environment and improve gains in its efficiency. However, there is a paucity of information about the behavior of nanoformulations of herbicides in environmental matrices. In this study, the stability of nanoencapsulated metribuzin in polymeric nanoparticles (nanoMTZ) was verified over time, as well as its dissipation in different soils, followed by the effects on soil enzymatic activity. The physiological parameters and control effects of nanoMTZ on Ipomoea grandifolia plants were investigated. No differences were verified in the half-life of nanoencapsulated metribuzin compared to a commercial formulation of the herbicide. Moreover, no suppressive effects on soil enzymatic activities were observed. The retention of nanoMTZ in the tested soils was lower compared to its commercial analogue. However, the mobility of nanoencapsulated metribuzin was not greatly increased, reflecting a low risk of groundwater contamination. Weed control was effective even at the lowest dose of nanoMTZ (48 g a.i. ha-1), which was consistent with the higher efficiency of nanoMTZ compared to the conventional herbicide in inhibiting PSII activity and decreasing pigment levels. Overall, we verified that nanoMTZ presented a low environmental risk, with increased weed control.
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- Vanessa Takeshita
- Center
of Nuclear Energy in Agriculture, University
of São Paulo, Av. Centenário 303, 13400-970 Piracicaba, SP, Brazil
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- Institute
of Science and Technology, São Paulo
State University (UNESP), Av. Três de Março
511, 18087-180 Sorocaba, SP, Brazil
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- Institute
of Science and Technology, São Paulo
State University (UNESP), Av. Três de Março
511, 18087-180 Sorocaba, SP, Brazil
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- Center
of Nuclear Energy in Agriculture, University
of São Paulo, Av. Centenário 303, 13400-970 Piracicaba, SP, Brazil
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- Department
of Animal and Plant Biology, State University
of Londrina, PR 445,
km 380, 86057-970 Londrina, PR, Brazil
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- Center
of Nuclear Energy in Agriculture, University
of São Paulo, Av. Centenário 303, 13400-970 Piracicaba, SP, Brazil
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- Institute
of Science and Technology, São Paulo
State University (UNESP), Av. Três de Março
511, 18087-180 Sorocaba, SP, Brazil
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Proença PL, Carvalho LB, Campos EV, Fraceto LF. Fluorescent labeling as a strategy to evaluate uptake and transport of polymeric nanoparticles in plants. Adv Colloid Interface Sci 2022; 305:102695. [PMID: 35598536 DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2022.102695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Revised: 05/05/2022] [Accepted: 05/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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The use of biodegradable nanopolymers in agriculture offers an excellent alternative for the efficient delivery of agrochemicals that promote plant protection and development. However, tracking of these systems inside plants requires complex probe tagging strategies. In addition to providing a basis for better understanding such nanostructures to optimize delivery system design, these probes allow monitoring the migration of nanoparticles through plant tissues, and determine accumulation sites. Thus, these probes are powerful tools that can be used to quantify and visualize nanoparticle accumulation in plant cells and tissues. This review is an overview of the methods involved in labeling nanocarriers, mainly based on polymeric matrices, for the delivery of nanoagrochemicals and the recent advances in this field.
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Preisler AC, Carvalho LB, Saraiva-Santos T, Verri WA, Mayer JLS, Fraceto LF, Dalazen G, Oliveira HC. Interaction of Nanoatrazine and Target Organism: Evaluation of Fate and Photosystem II Inhibition in Hydroponically Grown Mustard ( Brassica juncea) Plants. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2022; 70:7644-7652. [PMID: 35675570 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.2c01601] [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] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Poly(epsilon-caprolactone) nanoparticles are an efficient carrier system for atrazine. However, there is a gap regarding the effects of nanoencapsulation on herbicide-plant interactions. Here, we evaluate the fate and photosystem II inhibition of nano and commercial atrazine in hydroponically grown mustard (Brassica juncea) plants whose roots were exposed to the formulations. In addition, to quantify the endogenous levels of atrazine in plant organs, we measured the inhibition of photosystem II activity by both formulations. Moreover, the fluorescently labeled nanoatrazine was tracked in plant tissues using confocal microscopy. The nanoencapsulation induced greater inhibition of photosystem II activity as well as higher accumulation of atrazine in roots and leaves. The nanoparticles were quickly absorbed by the roots, being detected in the vascular tissues and the leaves. Overall, these results provide insights into the mechanisms involved in the enhanced preemergent herbicidal activity of nanoatrazine against target plants.
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- Ana Cristina Preisler
- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, State University of Londrina (UEL), PR 445, Km 380, 86057-970 Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
- Department of Agronomy, State University of Londrina (UEL), PR 445, Km 380, 86057-970 Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Av. Três de Março 511, 18087-180 Sorocaba, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology, State University of Londrina (UEL), PR 445, Km 380, 86057-970 Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology, State University of Londrina (UEL), PR 445, Km 380, 86057-970 Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Plant Biology, Institute of Biology, University of Campinas (Unicamp), P.O. Box 6109, Campinas, São Paulo 13083-970, Brazil
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- Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Av. Três de Março 511, 18087-180 Sorocaba, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Agronomy, State University of Londrina (UEL), PR 445, Km 380, 86057-970 Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, State University of Londrina (UEL), PR 445, Km 380, 86057-970 Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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Verma KK, Song XP, Joshi A, Tian DD, Rajput VD, Singh M, Arora J, Minkina T, Li YR. Recent Trends in Nano-Fertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture under Climate Change for Global Food Security. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:173. [PMID: 35010126 PMCID: PMC8746782 DOI: 10.3390/nano12010173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2021] [Revised: 12/30/2021] [Accepted: 01/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Nano-fertilizers (NFs) significantly improve soil quality and plant growth performance and enhance crop production with quality fruits/grains. The management of macro-micronutrients is a big task globally, as it relies predominantly on synthetic chemical fertilizers which may not be environmentally friendly for human beings and may be expensive for farmers. NFs may enhance nutrient uptake and plant production by regulating the availability of fertilizers in the rhizosphere; extend stress resistance by improving nutritional capacity; and increase plant defense mechanisms. They may also substitute for synthetic fertilizers for sustainable agriculture, being found more suitable for stimulation of plant development. They are associated with mitigating environmental stresses and enhancing tolerance abilities under adverse atmospheric eco-variables. Recent trends in NFs explored relevant agri-technology to fill the gaps and assure long-term beneficial agriculture strategies to safeguard food security globally. Accordingly, nanoparticles are emerging as a cutting-edge agri-technology for agri-improvement in the near future. Interestingly, they do confer stress resistance capabilities to crop plants. The effective and appropriate mechanisms are revealed in this article to update researchers widely.
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- Krishan K. Verma
- Key Laboratory of Sugarcane Biotechnology and Genetic Improvement (Guangxi), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs/Guangxi Key Laboratory of Sugarcane Genetic Improvement, Sugarcane Research Institute, Guangxi Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanning 530007, China;
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- Key Laboratory of Sugarcane Biotechnology and Genetic Improvement (Guangxi), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs/Guangxi Key Laboratory of Sugarcane Genetic Improvement, Sugarcane Research Institute, Guangxi Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanning 530007, China;
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- Department of Botany, Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur 313001, Rajasthan, India; (A.J.); (J.A.)
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- Institute of Biotechnology, Guangxi Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanning 530007, China;
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344090 Rostov-on-Don, Russia; (V.D.R.); (T.M.)
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- Department of Botany, University of Lucknow, Lucknow 226007, Uttar Pradesh, India;
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- Department of Botany, Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur 313001, Rajasthan, India; (A.J.); (J.A.)
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344090 Rostov-on-Don, Russia; (V.D.R.); (T.M.)
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- Key Laboratory of Sugarcane Biotechnology and Genetic Improvement (Guangxi), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs/Guangxi Key Laboratory of Sugarcane Genetic Improvement, Sugarcane Research Institute, Guangxi Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanning 530007, China;
- College of Agriculture, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
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Monteiro RA, Camara MC, de Oliveira JL, Campos EVR, Carvalho LB, Proença PLDF, Guilger-Casagrande M, Lima R, do Nascimento J, Gonçalves KC, Polanczyk RA, Fraceto LF. Zein based-nanoparticles loaded botanical pesticides in pest control: An enzyme stimuli-responsive approach aiming sustainable agriculture. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2021; 417:126004. [PMID: 33992010 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.126004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2020] [Revised: 03/15/2021] [Accepted: 04/30/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Nanoencapsulation of biopesticides is an important strategy to increase the efficiency of these compounds, reducing losses and adverse effects on non-target organisms. This study describes the preparation and characterisation of zein nanoparticles containing the botanical compounds limonene and carvacrol, responsive to proteolytic enzymes present in the insects guts. The spherical nanoparticles, prepared by the anti-solvent precipitation method, presented in the nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA) a concentration of 4.7 × 1012 ± 1.3 × 1011 particles.mL-1 and an average size of 125 ± 2 nm. The formulations showed stability over time, in addition to not being phytotoxic to Phaseolus vulgaris plants. In vivo tests demonstrated that formulations of zein nanoparticles containing botanical compounds showed higher mortality to Spodoptera frugiperda larvae. In addition, the FTIC probe (fluorescein isothiocyanate) showed wide distribution in the larvae midgut, as well as being identified in the feces. The trypsin enzyme, as well as the enzymatic extract from insects midgut, was effective in the degradation of nanoparticles containing the mixture of botanical compounds, significantly reducing the concentration of nanoparticles and the changes in size distribution. The zein degradation was confirmed by the disappearance of the protein band in the electrophoresis gel, by the formation of the lower molecular weight fragments and also by the greater release of FTIC after enzymes incubation. In this context, the synthesis of responsive nanoparticles has great potential for application in pest management, increasing the selectivity and specificity of the system and contributing to a more sustainable agriculture.
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- Renata Aparecida Monteiro
- Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Sorocaba, São Paulo 18087-180, Brazil
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- Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Sorocaba, São Paulo 18087-180, Brazil
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- Faculty of Agronomy and Veterinary Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Jaboticabal, São Paulo 14884-900, Brazil
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- Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Sorocaba, São Paulo 18087-180, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactivity Assessment and Toxicology of Nanomaterials (LABiToN), University of Sorocaba (UNISO), Sorocaba, São Paulo 18023-000, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactivity Assessment and Toxicology of Nanomaterials (LABiToN), University of Sorocaba (UNISO), Sorocaba, São Paulo 18023-000, Brazil
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- Faculty of Agronomy and Veterinary Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Jaboticabal, São Paulo 14884-900, Brazil
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- Faculty of Agronomy and Veterinary Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Jaboticabal, São Paulo 14884-900, Brazil
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- Faculty of Agronomy and Veterinary Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Jaboticabal, São Paulo 14884-900, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactivity Assessment and Toxicology of Nanomaterials (LABiToN), University of Sorocaba (UNISO), Sorocaba, São Paulo 18023-000, Brazil.
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Grillo R, Fraceto LF, Amorim MJB, Scott-Fordsmand JJ, Schoonjans R, Chaudhry Q. Ecotoxicological and regulatory aspects of environmental sustainability of nanopesticides. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2021; 404:124148. [PMID: 33059255 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2020.124148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2020] [Revised: 08/29/2020] [Accepted: 09/28/2020] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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Recent years have seen the development of various colloidal formulations of pesticides and other agrochemicals aimed at use in sustainable agriculture. These formulations include inorganic, organic or hybrid particulates, or nanocarriers composed of biodegradable polymers, that can provide a better control of the release of active ingredients. The very small particle sizes and high surface areas of nanopesticides may however also lead to some unintended (eco)toxicological effects due to the way in which they interact with the target and non-target species and the environment. The current level of knowledge on ecotoxicological effects of nanopesticides is scarce, especially in regard to the fate and behaviour of such formulations in the environment. Nanopesticides will however have to cross a stringent regulatory scrutiny before marketing in most countries for health and environmental risks under a range of regulatory frameworks that require pre-market notification, risk assessment and approval, followed by labelling, post-market monitoring and surveillance. This review provides an overview of the key regulatory and ecotoxicological aspects relating to nanopesticides that will need to be considered for environmentally-sustainable use in agriculture.
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- Renato Grillo
- Department of Physics and Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Avenida Brasil, 56, Centro, 15385-000 Ilha Solteira, SP, Brazil.
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Avenida Três de Março, 511, Alto da Boa Vista, 18087-180 Sorocaba, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biology & CESAM, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- Scientific Committee and Emerging Risks Unit, European Food Safety Authority, Via Carlo Magno 1/A, 43123 Parma, Italy
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- University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester CH1 4BJ, United Kingdom
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Bonser CAR, Chen X, Astete CE, Sabliov CM, Davis JA. Elucidating Efficacy of Ingested Positively Charged Zein Nanoparticles Against Noctuidae. JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY 2020; 113:2739-2744. [PMID: 32940682 DOI: 10.1093/jee/toaa199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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A meridic diet overlay bioassay using empty, positively charged zein nanoparticles ((+)ZNP) was performed on soybean looper (Chrysodeixis includens (Walker)), tobacco budworm (Heliothis virescens (F.)), and velvetbean caterpillar (Anticarsia gemmatalis Hübner) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae). Assessment of effects on mortality and development weights 7 d after ingestion of (+)ZNP were evaluated on larvae of each species. Treatments involved different concentrations, with H. virescens and A. gemmatalis offered 0 and 3,800 ppm (+)ZNP, whereas C. includens colonies were offered 0, 630, 1,260, and 2,520 ppm (+)ZNP. Mortality of A. gemmatalis and C. includens increased after ingestion of the highest (+)ZNP concentrations, while H. virescens neonate mortality was unaffected. Neonate and third-instar weights of A. gemmatalis and C. includens, and neonate H. virescens, decreased with high (+)ZNP concentrations. Following mortality results from A. gemmatalis neonates, a concentration response test was performed using a range of (+)ZNP concentrations. The LC50 for A. gemmatalis was 1,478 ppm. The potential of (+)ZNP as a pest management tactic is discussed.
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- Colin A R Bonser
- Life Science Building, Department of Entomology, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA
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- Life Science Building, Department of Entomology, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA
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- B. Doran Building, Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA
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- B. Doran Building, Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA
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- Life Science Building, Department of Entomology, LSU Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, LA
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Zhang X, Xu Z, Qian X, Lin D, Zeng T, Filser J, Li L, Kah M. Assessing the Impacts of Cu(OH) 2 Nanopesticide and Ionic Copper on the Soil Enzyme Activity and Bacterial Community. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2020; 68:3372-3381. [PMID: 32109358 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.9b06325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Nanopesticides are being introduced in agriculture, and the associated environmental risks and benefits must be carefully assessed before their widespread agricultural applications. We investigated the impacts of a commercial Cu(OH)2 nanopesticide formulation (NPF) at different agricultural application doses (e.g., 0.5, 5, and 50 mg of Cu kg-1) on enzyme activities and bacterial communities of loamy soil (organic matter content of 3.61%) over 21 days. Results were compared to its ionic analogue (i.e., CuSO4) and nano-Cu(OH)2, including both the commercial unformulated active ingredient of NPF (AI-NPF) and synthesized Cu(OH)2 nanorods (NR). There were negligible changes in the activity of acid phosphatase, regardless of exposure dose, whereas significant (p < 0.05) variations in activities of invertase, urease, and catalase were observed at a dose of 5 mg kg-1 or higher. Invertase activity decreased with an increasing bioavailable Cu concentration in soil under various treatments. In comparison to CuSO4, both Cu(OH)2 nanopesticide (i.e., NPF) and nano-Cu(OH)2 (i.e., AI-NPF and NR) caused a significant (p < 0.05) inhibition of urease activity, wherein a significant (p < 0.05) increase in the activity of catalase was observed, representing serious oxidative stress. Accordingly, NPF, AI-NPF, and NR differently affected soil bacterial abundance, diversity, and community compared to CuSO4, which could have resulted from the changes in the bioavailable Cu concentration as a result of the distinct nature of copper spiked (i.e., nano form versus salt). Moreover, minor differences in the soil enzyme activity and bacterial community were observed between NPF and AI-NPF, reflecting that the impact of the Cu(OH)2 nanopesticide was primarily attributed to the presence of nano-Cu(OH)2. In total, the impacts of nano-Cu(OH)2 on the soil bacterial community and enzyme activity tested in this study differed from CuSO4, shedding light on the environmental risks of the Cu(OH)2 nanopesticide in the long run.
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- Xiaoxia Zhang
- Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310018, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Quality and Standard of Agro-Products, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310021, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310018, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Environmental Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310058, People's Republic of China
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- College of Environment, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310014, People's Republic of China
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- Centre for Environmental Research and Sustainable Technology (UFT), Department General and Theoretical Ecology, Faculty 2 (Biology/Chemistry), University of Bremen, 28359 Bremen, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310018, People's Republic of China
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- School of Environment, The University of Auckland, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
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Preisler AC, Pereira AE, Campos EV, Dalazen G, Fraceto LF, Oliveira HC. Atrazine nanoencapsulation improves pre-emergence herbicidal activity against Bidens pilosa without enhancing long-term residual effect on Glycine max. PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE 2020; 76:141-149. [PMID: 31081245 DOI: 10.1002/ps.5482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2018] [Revised: 05/06/2019] [Accepted: 05/07/2019] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND Poly(ϵ-caprolactone) nanocapsules (NC + ATZ) are an efficient carrier system for atrazine and were developed as an alternative to reduce the harmful environmental effects of this herbicide. Here, we analyzed the pre-emergence herbicidal activity of NC + ATZ against Bidens pilosa and evaluated its residual effect on soybean plants after different periods of soil treatment with the formulations. RESULTS In contrast to non-nanoatrazine, NC + ATZ treatment led to very high mortality rates of B. pilosa seedlings even after a tenfold dilution, which suggests that atrazine nanoencapsulation improved its pre-emergence herbicidal activity. In a short-term assay (17 days), soil treatment with all atrazine-containing formulations resulted in intense toxicity to soybean plants. NC + ATZ at 200 g ha-1 had the same inhibitory effects on the physiological and growth parameters of soybean plants compared with non-nanoatrazine at 2000 g ha-1 , which suggests that atrazine nanoencapsulation increased the short-term residual effect of the herbicide. In a long-term assay (60 days), a gradual recovery of soybean plants from atrazine phytotoxicity was observed. When comparing the effects of nano- and non-nanoatrazine at the same concentrations, the growth and physiological parameters of soybean plants were mainly affected to the same extent. This indicates that encapsulation of atrazine into poly(ϵ-caprolactone) nanocapsules did not enhance the long-term residual effect of the herbicide on soybean. CONCLUSION NC + ATZ could be applied for efficient weed control without additional phytotoxicity to susceptible crops compared with non-nanoatrazine, provided that a safe interval is respected from atrazine application to sowing. © 2019 Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Ana C Preisler
- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Brazil
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Science and Technology of Sorocaba, Sorocaba, Brazil
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Science and Technology of Sorocaba, Sorocaba, Brazil
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- Department of Agronomy, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Brazil
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Science and Technology of Sorocaba, Sorocaba, Brazil
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Brazil
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Karupannan SK, Dowlath MJH, Arunachalam KD. Phytonanotechnology: Challenges and future perspectives. PHYTONANOTECHNOLOGY 2020:303-322. [DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-12-822348-2.00015-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Fincheira P, Tortella G, Duran N, Seabra AB, Rubilar O. Current applications of nanotechnology to develop plant growth inducer agents as an innovation strategy. Crit Rev Biotechnol 2019; 40:15-30. [DOI: 10.1080/07388551.2019.1681931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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- Paola Fincheira
- Centro de Excelencia en Investigación Biotecnológica Aplicada al Medio Ambiente (CIBAMA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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- Centro de Excelencia en Investigación Biotecnológica Aplicada al Medio Ambiente (CIBAMA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
- Chemical Engineering Department, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
- Scientific and Technological Bioresource Nucleus, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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- Institute of Biology, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brasil
- NanoBioss, Chemistry Institute, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Center for Natural and Human Sciences, Universidade Federal Do ABC, Santo André, SP, Brazil
- Nanomedicine Research Unit (Nanomed), Federal University of ABC (UFABC), Santo André, SP, Brazil
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- Centro de Excelencia en Investigación Biotecnológica Aplicada al Medio Ambiente (CIBAMA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
- Chemical Engineering Department, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
- Scientific and Technological Bioresource Nucleus, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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Prolamins from cereal by-products: Classification, extraction, characterization and its applications in micro- and nanofabrication. Trends Food Sci Technol 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tifs.2019.06.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Pereira ADES, Oliveira HC, Fraceto LF. Polymeric nanoparticles as an alternative for application of gibberellic acid in sustainable agriculture: a field study. Sci Rep 2019; 9:7135. [PMID: 31073210 PMCID: PMC6509338 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-43494-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2019] [Accepted: 04/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Nanocarrier systems for the encapsulation of agrochemicals can contribute to sustainable agriculture, but few nanosystems have been developed for plant growth regulators (PGRs). The present study evaluated the effects of seed priming using alginate/chitosan (nanoALG/CS) and chitosan/tripolyphosphate (nanoCS/TPP) containing GA3 on the growth and productivity of Solanum lycopersicum cultivated under field conditions. The results demonstrated that nanocarrier systems could improve fruit production, with the productivity increasing almost 4-fold using nanoALG/CS-GA3. This pioneering study demonstrates the potential of nanocarrier systems with PGRs for applications in agriculture.
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- Anderson do Espírito Santo Pereira
- São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Science and Technology, Sorocaba, Avenida Três de Março, 511, CEP 18087-180, Sorocaba, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, University of Londrina, PR 445, km 380, CEP 86047-970, Londrina, PR, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Science and Technology, Sorocaba, Avenida Três de Março, 511, CEP 18087-180, Sorocaba, SP, Brazil.
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Bombo AB, Pereira AES, Lusa MG, de Medeiros Oliveira E, de Oliveira JL, Campos EVR, de Jesus MB, Oliveira HC, Fraceto LF, Mayer JLS. A Mechanistic View of Interactions of a Nanoherbicide with Target Organism. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2019; 67:4453-4462. [PMID: 30933503 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.9b00806] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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Atrazine is one of the most used herbicides and has been associated with persistent surface and groundwater contamination, and novel formulations derived from nanotechnology can be a potential solution. We used poly(ε-caprolactone) nanoencapsulation of atrazine (NC+ATZ) to develop a highly effective herbicidal formulation. Detailed structural study of interaction between the formulation and Brassica juncea plants was carried out with evaluation of the foliar uptake of nanoatrazine and structural alterations induced in the leaves. Following postemergent treatment, NC+ATZ adhered to the leaf and penetrated mesophyll tissue mainly through the hydathode regions. NC+ATZ was transported directly through the vascular tissue of the leaves and into the cells where it degraded the chloroplasts resulting in herbicidal activity. Nanocarrier systems, such as the one used in this study, have great potential for agricultural applications in terms of maintenance of herbicidal activity at low concentrations and a substantial increase in the herbicidal efficacy.
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- Aline Bertolosi Bombo
- Department of Plant Biology, Institute of Biology , University of Campinas-Unicamp , P.O. Box 6109, Campinas , SP 13083-970 , Brazil
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- Laboratory of Environmental Nanotechnology, Institute of Science and Technology , São Paulo State University-UNESP , Sorocaba , SP 18087-180 , Brazil
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- Department of Botany , Federal University of Santa Catarina-UFSC , Florianópolis , SC 88040-900 , Brazil
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- LCME, Central Laboratory of Eletron Microscopy, Pro-rectory of Research , Federal University of Santa Catarina-UFSC , Florianópolis , SC 88040-900 , Brazil
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- Laboratory of Environmental Nanotechnology, Institute of Science and Technology , São Paulo State University-UNESP , Sorocaba , SP 18087-180 , Brazil
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- Laboratory of Environmental Nanotechnology, Institute of Science and Technology , São Paulo State University-UNESP , Sorocaba , SP 18087-180 , Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Tissue Biology, Nano-Cell Interactions Lab, Institute of Biology , University of Campinas-UNICAMP , P.O. Box 6109, Campinas , SP 13083-970 , Brazil
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology , State University of Londrina , PR 445, km 380, Londrina , PR 86047-970 , Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Tissue Biology, Nano-Cell Interactions Lab, Institute of Biology , University of Campinas-UNICAMP , P.O. Box 6109, Campinas , SP 13083-970 , Brazil
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- Department of Plant Biology, Institute of Biology , University of Campinas-Unicamp , P.O. Box 6109, Campinas , SP 13083-970 , Brazil
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Ristroph KD, Astete CE, Bodoki E, Sabliov CM. Zein Nanoparticles Uptake by Hydroponically Grown Soybean Plants. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 2017; 51:14065-14071. [PMID: 29149563 DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.7b03923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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In the interest of developing and characterizing a polymeric nanoparticle pesticide delivery vehicle to soybeans, zein nanoparticle (ZNP) uptake by the roots and biodistribution to the leaves of soybean plants was measured. Zein was tagged with fluorescein isothiocyanate (FITC) and made into nanoparticles (135 ± 3 nm diameter. 0.202 ± 0.034 PDI and 81 ± 4 mV zeta-potential at pH 6) using an emulsion-diffusion method. After 10 days of hydroponic exposure, association between particles and roots of plants was found to vary based on bulk nanoparticle concentration. While 0.37 mg NP/mg dry weight were detected in roots immersed in 0.88 mg NP/mL nanoparticle suspension, 0.58 mg NP/mg dry weight associated with roots immersed in a high dose nanoparticle suspension of 1.75 mg NP/mL at 10 days. Nanoparticle root uptake followed second order kinetics. A small amount of increased fluorescence was detected in the hydroponically exposed plant's leaves, suggesting that either small amounts of particles or other fluorescent contaminants of zein were up taken by the roots and biodistributed within the plant. To the authors' knowledge, this is the first study in which the uptake and time-dependent association between polymeric nanoparticles and soybeans are quantified.
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- Kurt D Ristroph
- Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Louisiana State University and LSU Agricultural Center , 141 E. B. Doran Bldg, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803, United States
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- Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Louisiana State University and LSU Agricultural Center , 141 E. B. Doran Bldg, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803, United States
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- Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Louisiana State University and LSU Agricultural Center , 141 E. B. Doran Bldg, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803, United States
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy , 4, Louis Pasteur St., Cluj-Napoca, 400349, Romania
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- Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Louisiana State University and LSU Agricultural Center , 141 E. B. Doran Bldg, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803, United States
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