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Record Nr.

UNINA9910983072203321

Autore

Bachheti Rakesh Kumar

Titolo

Chitin-Based Nanoparticles for the Agriculture Sectors / / edited by Rakesh Kumar Bachheti, Archana Bachheti, Azamal Husen

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Singapore : , : Springer Nature Singapore : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2025

ISBN

9789819609208

9819609208

Edizione

[1st ed. 2025.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (306 pages)

Collana

Smart Nanomaterials Technology, , 3004-8281

Altri autori (Persone)

BachhetiArchana

HusenAzamal

Disciplina

620.5

660.6

Soggetti

Nanobiotechnology

Nanoparticles

Agricultural biotechnology

Agricultural Biotechnology

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

Introduction to the isolation of chitin and chitosan and their properties -- Properties and synthesis of chitin-based nanoparticles -- Characterization Techniques for Chitin-based Nanoparticles -- Role of Agrochemical-loaded chitin nanoparticles for insect pest management -- Chitin-based Nanoparticles for Plant Disease Management -- Chitin-based Nanoparticles for Soil Remediation -- Role of Chitin-based Nanoparticles for Crop Nutrition and Fertilization -- Chitin-based Nanoparticles for Crop Plant Growth Promotion -- Application of Chitin/Chitosan-Based Agro nano chemicals in Crop Protection -- Challenges and Limitations of Chitin-based Nanoparticles in Agriculture -- Future Perspectives and Opportunities for Chitin-based Nanoparticles in Agriculture -- Chitin and chitosan-based hydrogel and their use in Agriculture.

Sommario/riassunto

This book provides an overview of chitin-based nanoparticles, including their properties, synthesis methods, and characterization techniques. It will also discuss the potential uses of chitin-based nanoparticles in agriculture, such as in crop protection, nutrient



delivery, and soil improvement as well as potential areas for future research and development. Overall, the book would present a comprehensive and accessible resource for researchers, agricultural workers, policymakers, and other stakeholders who are interested in learning about the potential applications and benefits of chitin-based nanoparticles in agriculture.