Nanomaterials-Microbial Interactions for Soil Health, Plant Growth, and Performance
- 1st Edition - March 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editor: Azamal Husen
- Language: English
Nanomaterials-Microbial Interaction for Soil Health, Plant Growth and Performance explores the complex relationships between nanoparticles and soil ecosystems, emphasizing their… Read more
Nanomaterials-Microbial Interaction for Soil Health, Plant Growth and Performance explores the complex relationships between nanoparticles and soil ecosystems, emphasizing their influence on plant health and agricultural sustainability. The book delves into how nanomaterials, due to their unique physicochemical properties, can enhance crop growth and productivity while presenting both opportunities and challenges for future food systems. By investigating the interactions between nanoparticles, soil chemistry, and microbial communities, this work offers a balanced perspective on the promise and potential risks of nanotechnology in agriculture. Its comprehensive analysis provides a foundation for understanding safe and effective nanomaterial applications in sustainable farming.
With these core themes, the book serves as a valuable resource for researchers and students in diverse fields such as plant science, agricultural science, nanobiotechnology, microbiology, biotechnology, and nano-engineering. It advocates for an interdisciplinary approach, encouraging collaboration to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks associated with nanomaterial use. The text discusses regulatory considerations, environmental management strategies, and the need for ongoing research to address knowledge gaps.
With these core themes, the book serves as a valuable resource for researchers and students in diverse fields such as plant science, agricultural science, nanobiotechnology, microbiology, biotechnology, and nano-engineering. It advocates for an interdisciplinary approach, encouraging collaboration to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks associated with nanomaterial use. The text discusses regulatory considerations, environmental management strategies, and the need for ongoing research to address knowledge gaps.
- Explains rhizosphere and metal and metal oxide nanoparticle interactions with both abiotic and biotic-based driven processes
- Explores how nanoparticles affect bacteria and fungi in the rhizosphere, including the root-associated mycorrhizal fungi
- Addresses nanomaterials and their influence on microbial processes, including mineralization, nitrogen fixation, and activities that promote plant growth
- Highlights the significance of the interaction of various nanoparticles–plants–microorganisms in agriculture systems and soil remediation
scientists, researchers, and upper-level students involved in agricultural science, plant science; nanobiotechnology, microbiology, biotechnology, nano-engineering
1. Microbial nanotechnology – an overview
2. Nanomaterials and rhizosphere chemistry – an overview
3. Nanomaterials and nanocomposites in the rhizosphere – an overview
4. Nano-microbe conversations for soil health and plant growth and performance
5. Nanoparticle–microbe interactions and their significant role in plant disease treatment
6. Nanoparticles-based plant microbiome engineering for disease resistance
7. Nanoparticles and plant–microbe rhizosphere interaction during abiotic stress
8. Various nanoparticles and plant–microbe rhizosphere interaction during biotic stress
9. Sensing soil-microbes interactions and the role of various nanomaterials
10. Role of metal nano-based fertilizers on soil and plant-associated microbial communities
11. Role of metal oxide nano-based fertilizers on soil and plant-associated microbial communities
12. Interaction between nano-based agrochemicals and the plant-associated microbiome system 13. Interaction of metal-based nanoparticles with plant rhizosphere community
14. Interaction of metal-oxide-based nanoparticles with plant rhizosphere community
15. Interaction of nanomaterials and plant growth-promoting bacteria for higher plant growth and production
16. Interaction of various nanoparticles–plants–microorganisms in agriculture system and soil remediation
17. Nanomaterials and nanocomposites in the rhizosphere: biotransformation and nanosafety assessments
18. Role of artificial intelligence in nano-plants–microorganisms coordination and interplay
19. Foliar application of nanomaterials and their effect on the microbes on plant surface transformation of nanomaterials with plants and their tissues
2. Nanomaterials and rhizosphere chemistry – an overview
3. Nanomaterials and nanocomposites in the rhizosphere – an overview
4. Nano-microbe conversations for soil health and plant growth and performance
5. Nanoparticle–microbe interactions and their significant role in plant disease treatment
6. Nanoparticles-based plant microbiome engineering for disease resistance
7. Nanoparticles and plant–microbe rhizosphere interaction during abiotic stress
8. Various nanoparticles and plant–microbe rhizosphere interaction during biotic stress
9. Sensing soil-microbes interactions and the role of various nanomaterials
10. Role of metal nano-based fertilizers on soil and plant-associated microbial communities
11. Role of metal oxide nano-based fertilizers on soil and plant-associated microbial communities
12. Interaction between nano-based agrochemicals and the plant-associated microbiome system 13. Interaction of metal-based nanoparticles with plant rhizosphere community
14. Interaction of metal-oxide-based nanoparticles with plant rhizosphere community
15. Interaction of nanomaterials and plant growth-promoting bacteria for higher plant growth and production
16. Interaction of various nanoparticles–plants–microorganisms in agriculture system and soil remediation
17. Nanomaterials and nanocomposites in the rhizosphere: biotransformation and nanosafety assessments
18. Role of artificial intelligence in nano-plants–microorganisms coordination and interplay
19. Foliar application of nanomaterials and their effect on the microbes on plant surface transformation of nanomaterials with plants and their tissues
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: March 1, 2026
- Language: English
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Azamal Husen
Prof. 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.
Affiliations and expertise
Foreign Delegate, Wolaita Sodo University, Wolaita Sodo, South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia; Adjunct Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India