Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Food and Agriculture: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering explores the intersection between microbial sciences, nanotechnology, and sustainable practices in the food and agriculture sectors. The book delves into innovative solutions that harness the power of microorganisms and nanotechnology to tackle pressing challenges, emphasizing eco-friendly approaches that enhance food production and agricultural practices while minimizing environmental impact. Readers will discover valuable insights and practical strategies aimed at fostering a more sustainable and resilient future.
The book is structured into five detailed parts, beginning with the fundamentals of green microbial nanotechnology, covering topics such as enhanced seed germination, precision agriculture, and climate-resilient practices. Subsequent sections address nano-enabled insecticides and biosensors, food processing innovations for improved safety and quality, and real-world case studies that illustrate successful applications. The final part discusses ethical considerations, regulatory landscapes, and the challenges and opportunities in scaling up these technologies. Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Food & Agriculture: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering is an essential resource for researchers, professionals, scientists, and environmentalists, providing a wealth of knowledge on innovative applications that enhance food safety, promote sustainable agricultural practices, and reduce reliance on harmful chemicals.
1. Chapter 1. Introduction to green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 3 2. Chapter 2. Enhanced seed germination, precision agriculture, and controlled release of agrochemicals in green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. 35 3. Chapter 3. Nanobiosensors for crop monitoring, diagnosis, soil improvement and crop genetic enhancement in green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 59 4. Chapter 4. Nanoformulations for sustainable crop protection, drought-resistant crops and improved nutrient uptake by plants in green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 97 5. Part II. Pest management in green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. P2 6. Chapter 5. Nano-enabled insecticides and precision pesticide delivery for sustainable agriculture - p. 133 7. Chapter 6. Nanobiosensors for early pest detection, safe and efficient herbicide delivery and biopesticide enhancement in green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. 149 8. Chapter 7. Sustainable nanomaterials to pest control in food and agriculture - p. 181 9. Part III. Food processing of green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. P3 10. Chapter 8. Green microbial nanotechnology: Sustainable innovations in food preservation, packaging, and safety detection - p. 217 11. Chapter 9. Food processing for allergen management and nanoencapsulation for controlled release in food ingredients of green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 249 12. Chapter 10. Flavor and aroma enhancement in green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 275 13. Part IV. Various aspects and future perspectives of green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. P4 14. Chapter 11. Ethical considerations in microbial nanotechnology in green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. 303 15. Chapter 12. Regulatory landscape for microbial nanotechnology in green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 323 16. Index - p. 349
Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Food and Agriculture: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering explores the intersection between microbial sciences, nanotechnology, and sustainable practices in the food and agriculture sectors. The book delves into innovative solutions that harness the power of microorganisms and nanotechnology to tackle pressing challenges, emphasizing eco-friendly approaches that enhance food production and agricultural practices while minimizing environmental impact. Readers will discover valuable insights and practical strategies aimed at fostering a more sustainable and resilient future.
The book is structured into five detailed parts, beginning with the fundamentals of green microbial nanotechnology, covering topics such as enhanced seed germination, precision agriculture, and climate-resilient practices. Subsequent sections address nano-enabled insecticides and biosensors, food processing innovations for improved safety and quality, and real-world case studies that illustrate successful applications. The final part discusses ethical considerations, regulatory landscapes, and the challenges and opportunities in scaling up these technologies. Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Food & Agriculture: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering is an essential resource for researchers, professionals, scientists, and environmentalists, providing a wealth of knowledge on innovative applications that enhance food safety, promote sustainable agricultural practices, and reduce reliance on harmful chemicals.
1. Chapter 1. Introduction to green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 3 2. Chapter 2. Enhanced seed germination, precision agriculture, and controlled release of agrochemicals in green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. 35 3. Chapter 3. Nanobiosensors for crop monitoring, diagnosis, soil improvement and crop genetic enhancement in green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 59 4. Chapter 4. Nanoformulations for sustainable crop protection, drought-resistant crops and improved nutrient uptake by plants in green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 97 5. Part II. Pest management in green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. P2 6. Chapter 5. Nano-enabled insecticides and precision pesticide delivery for sustainable agriculture - p. 133 7. Chapter 6. Nanobiosensors for early pest detection, safe and efficient herbicide delivery and biopesticide enhancement in green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. 149 8. Chapter 7. Sustainable nanomaterials to pest control in food and agriculture - p. 181 9. Part III. Food processing of green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. P3 10. Chapter 8. Green microbial nanotechnology: Sustainable innovations in food preservation, packaging, and safety detection - p. 217 11. Chapter 9. Food processing for allergen management and nanoencapsulation for controlled release in food ingredients of green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 249 12. Chapter 10. Flavor and aroma enhancement in green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 275 13. Part IV. Various aspects and future perspectives of green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. P4 14. Chapter 11. Ethical considerations in microbial nanotechnology in green microbial nanotechnology for food and agriculture - p. 303 15. Chapter 12. Regulatory landscape for microbial nanotechnology in green microbial nanotechnology for food & agriculture - p. 323 16. Index - p. 349
