Nanoscience and Nano-Formulations for Sustainable Vegetable Crop Production

Häftad, Engelska, 2026

Del i serien Plant Biology, Sustainability, and Climate Change

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Nanoscience and Nano-Formulations for Sustainable Vegetable Crop Production offers a comprehensive overview of the latest advances in nanotechnology to enhance yield, nutritional value, and delivery efficiency in vegetable crops, particularly those with shorter growth cycles.

Although nanoscience is already deeply embedded in global food production, especially in cereals and grains, its targeted application in olericulture holds significant potential for strengthening global food security. Effective implementation, however, demands a clear understanding of nanoparticles’ behavior and interactions with plants, ensuring technological progress aligns with safety standards and consumer confidence. This book covers innovations in several key areas of vegetable farming, including nanofertilizers, nanopesticides, and nano-packaging materials, spanning the entire continuum-from seed priming to postharvest management, while also addressing practical dimensions of scalability, farmer adoption, and system integration.

Designed for researchers, scientists, and advanced-level students, this resource will serve as a valuable reference for harmonizing productivity, resilience, and sustainability in modern vegetable production.

Highlights novel research in nanomaterials, nanocomposites, and nano-encapsulation, showcasing their roles in improving seed performance, stress tolerance, soil and water management, and postharvest quality
Explores the integration of nano-sensors and omics approaches to enable precision monitoring and data-driven decision-making
Includes essential considerations on biosafety, toxicity mitigation, and regulatory compliance, supporting informed and responsible utilization of nanotechnology in vegetable production

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2026-04-24
Mått:191 x 235 x undefined mm
Vikt:450 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Plant Biology, Sustainability, and Climate Change
Antal sidor:472
Förlag:Elsevier Science
ISBN:9780443332166

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Azamal Husen is a scholar with over 25 years of experience in botanical sciences, nanobiotechnology, plant physiology, environmental botany, medicinal plants, and clonal propagation. He previously served as a Full Professor and Head of the Department of Biology at the University of Gondar, Ethiopia, and is currently a foreign delegate at Wolaita Sodo University, Ethiopia, as well as an Adjunct Professor at Graphic Era University, India. He has also held senior academic roles at Sankalchand Patel University, the Forest Research Institute, and Doon College of Agriculture and Forest in Dehradun, India. Prof. Husen’s research has been supported by major organizations including the World Bank, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, and Japan Bank for International Cooperation. He has contributed extensively to curriculum development, faculty training, and international conferences. A prolific author and editor, he was recognized among the world’s top 2% scientists by Stanford University in 2022–2024 and honored by the University of Gondar for outstanding service.

Innehållsförteckning

1. Nanomaterials, vegetable production, current investigation, and future prospects: An overview2. Metal and metal-oxide nanomaterials for vegetable seed priming, germination, and seedling development3. Fullerene and carbon nanotubes for vegetable seed priming, germination, and seedling development4. Exposure of nano-formulations to vegetable crops and resulting changes in morpho-physiological, anatomical and molecular features5. Nano-pesticides for sustainable vegetable production6. Nano-based packaging materials for various vegetables7. Nano-formulations for improved biochemical traits in vegetables8. Nano-formulations for vegetable yield and quality enhancement9. Smart nano-encapsulation of various agrochemicals and fertilizers for higher vegetable production10. Nanomaterials and nanocomposites for abiotic stress tolerance in vegetable crops11. Nanomaterials and nanocomposites for soil and water management in sustainable vegetable production12. Nanomaterials and nanocomposites for vegetable crop postharvest management13. Nano-based toxicity in vegetables and strategies for its mitigation14. Use of nano-sensors for vegetable crop production15. Nanoscience and omics: Current opportunities and challenges in vegetable crop production16. Edible biosafety and risk assessment of nanomaterials in vegetables