Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials in the Agri-Food Industries
Smart Nanoarchitectures, Technologies, Challenges, and Applications
- 1st Edition - September 16, 2023
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Editors: Pardeep Singh, Puja Khare, Disha Mishra, Muhammad Bilal, Mika Sillanpää
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 9 6 8 2 - 2
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 9 6 8 3 - 9
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Request a sales quoteNanotechnology and Nanomaterials in the Agri-Food Industries: Smart Nanoarchitectures, Technologies, Challenges, and Applications brings together the latest advances in the utilization of advances nanotechnology, nanoarchitectures, and nanomaterials in the agricultural and food sectors. The book begins by discussing recent trends towards sustainable synthesis and application, covering green nanomaterials and biodegradable nanomaterials and composites. Subsequent chapters focus on key application areas of engineered nanomaterials in both agriculture and food processing, such as crop production and protection, delivery vehicles, detection of contaminants, nanobionic and genetic engineering in plants, active food packaging and preservation, enhanced food formulations and nutrients, nanoscale additives for freshness, and nanosensors.
This is followed by a section that addresses key challenges relating to the application of nanostructures and nanodevices in these sectors, including global market considerations, health and environmental concerns, and intellectual property and socio-economic issues. Finally, policy implications and future perspective for the field are reviewed in detail.
- Presents cutting-edge applications of nanotechnology across agriculture and food processing
- Highlights the latest developments in green or biodegradable nanomaterials for increased sustainability
- Considers key challenges relating to market, health and environment, regulations and policy
Researchers and advanced students from across nanotechnology, agricultural science, biotechnology, sustainability, food science, materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, and environmental science, Scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in nanotechnology and sustainable technologies for agriculture and food industries
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- List of contributors
- 1. The emerging role of nanotechnology in agri-food sector: recent trends and opportunities
- Abstract
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Role of nanotechnology in the agri-food sector
- 1.3 Green nanomaterials for agri-food sustainability
- 1.4 Development of nanomaterials for agri-food application: a bibliometric survey
- 1.5 Bibliometric analysis of the nanomaterials in agriculture
- 1.6 The SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats) of nanomaterials in agri-food sector
- 1.7 Conclusions and future perspectives
- References
- 2. Green nanomaterials: an eco-friendly route for sustainable nanotechnology
- Abstract
- 2.1 Nanotechnology and nanomaterials: the minuscule big things
- 2.2 Approaches for the fabrication of nanoparticles
- 2.3 Green nanotechnology—toward a new era
- 2.4 Green synthesis of nanoparticles
- 2.5 Applications of green synthesized nanoparticles
- 2.6 Toxicology aspects of green nanoparticles
- 2.7 Conclusions and future developments
- References
- 3. Phytochemical-embedded nanocomposites: an update on processes and their applications
- Abstract
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Green nanotechnology: a sustainable approach
- 3.3 Applications of green nanotechnology fostering agriculture
- 3.4 Approaches for the natural product-based synthesis of nanomaterials
- 3.5 Phytochemical-embedded nanocomposites and their applications
- 3.6 Benefits and risks assessment of the use of green nanomaterials in agriculture
- 3.7 Safety issues and current regulatory regime
- 3.8 Future prospective
- 3.9 Conclusion
- References
- 4. Nanostructures: a sustainable strategy to improve crop quality and production
- Abstract
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Role of nanotechnology in agriculture: Nano-Agri (agri-nanotechnology) perspectives
- 4.3 Conclusions and future outlook
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 5. Applications of smart nanostructures in crop production and protection
- Abstract
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Nanotechnological interventions to increase the agricultural productivity
- 5.3 Conclusion
- Acknowledgments
- Conflict of interest
- References
- 6. Electrical, optical, and mechanical transducer–based nanosensor and nanobiosensor for agricultural applications
- Abstract
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Molecular diagnostic tools for agriculture
- 6.3 Disadvantages of molecular techniques
- 6.4 Nanosensors
- 6.5 Nanobiosensors
- 6.6 Conclusion
- Future prospects
- Acknowledgments
- Conflicts of interest
- References
- 7. Green syntheses of nanoparticles from plant growth–promoting microorganisms and their application in the agri-food industries
- Abstract
- Abbreviations
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Nanotechnology and agricultural sustainable development
- 7.3 Green synthesis of nanoparticles from plant growth–promoting microorganisms
- 7.4 Advantage of plant growth–promoting microorganism–based nanoparticles
- 7.5 Challenges and future prospects of using nanoparticles from plant growth–promoting microorganismssin agri-food industries
- 7.6 Concluding remarks
- References
- 8. Role and application of nanostructures in food preservation and it's use in active food packaging
- Abstract
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Nanostructures
- 8.3 Conclusion
- References
- 9. Application of nanostructures in active food packaging and preservation
- Abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Applications of nanotechnology in food packaging and preservation
- 9.3 Nanoencapsulation, nanoemulsions, and nanopolymers
- 9.4 Different types of nanoparticles used in food industry
- 9.5 Risks associated with the application of nanostructured materials in the food industry
- 9.6 Conclusion
- References
- 10. Recent trends in synthesis and application of nanomaterials for agri-food industries
- Abstract
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Synthesis of nanoparticles
- 10.3 Application of nanotechnology in agriculture
- 10.4 Nanotechnology in food sector
- 10.5 Challenges and future perspectives
- 10.6 Conclusion
- References
- 11. Smart nanomaterials in food formulations and enhancing the bioavailability of nutrients/nutraceuticals
- Abstract
- Abbreviations
- 11.1 Introduction of smart nanomaterials in food formulations
- 11.2 Types of nanomaterials and nanostructures based delivery system
- 11.3 Recently explored smart nanomaterials
- 11.4 Various modes of producing nanostructure-based delivery systems
- 11.5 Factors that influence the stability and bioavailability of nutrients
- 11.6 Potential food applications of smart nanostructures in nutraceutical delivery and enhanced bioavailability
- 11.7 Safety concerns and regulation of smart nanomaterials in the food industry
- 11.8 Scope and future perspectives
- 11.9 Conclusion
- References
- 12. Nanoscale additives and freshness indicators, nanocoatings, nanofilms, and nanoemulsions
- Abstract
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Nanomaterials in food industry
- 12.3 Nanoscale additives
- 12.4 Nanoscale freshness indicators
- 12.5 Nanocoatings and nanofilms
- 12.6 Nanoemulsions
- 12.7 Possible risk
- 12.8 Conclusion
- Acknowledgment
- References
- 13. Nanosensors for food quality and detection of pathogens, chemicals, and pesticides
- Abstract
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 Nanosensors
- 13.3 Food toxins
- 13.4 Techniques for detection of pathogens, pesticides, and chemicals using nanosensors
- 13.5 Conclusion
- References
- 14. Uncertainties, phototoxicity, health impacts, and agricultural and environmental concerns of nanomaterials in the food industry
- Abstract
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 Nanomaterials in food industry
- 14.3 Nanomaterials in agriculture
- 14.4 Nanomaterials and their impact on human life
- 14.5 Unpredictable aspects of nanomaterials
- 14.6 Phototoxicity of nanomaterials
- 14.7 Health and environmental concerns of nanomaterials in the food industry
- 14.8 Conclusion and future perspectives
- References
- 15. Current status and future scope of nanomaterials in food production: toxicological and risk assessment
- Abstract
- 15.1 Introduction
- 15.2 Applications of nanotechnology in food production
- 15.3 Soil health restoration by nanomaterials
- 15.4 Hazard assessment of nanoparticles in food
- 15.5 Toxicological assessment of nanoparticles in food
- 15.6 Risk assessment of nanoparticles
- 15.7 Future aspects of nanoparticles in food industry and food production
- 15.8 Conclusion
- References
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: September 16, 2023
- Imprint: Elsevier
- No. of pages: 446
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323996822
- eBook ISBN: 9780323996839
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Pardeep Singh
Dr. Pardeep Singh is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Environmental Science, PGDAV College, University of Delhi, in New Delhi, India. He obtained his PhD at the Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University) Varanasi. Dr. Singh has published more than 65 papers in international journals in the fields of waste management, environmental pollution, and agricultural nanotechnology, and has co-edited 30 books.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Studies, PGDAV College, University of Delhi, New Delhi, IndiaPK
Puja Khare
Dr. Puja Khare works as a Principal Scientist in the Plant Production and Protection Division at CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow, India. She obtained her PhD from Dayalbagh Educational Institute (DEI), Agra, India. She has more than 25 years of research and development activity, and has published more than 100 peer reviewed publications. She serves as a member of various national and international scientific bodies. Dr. Khare’s research interests include nano-formulation for agricultural purposes, fabrication of green nanomaterials from industrial waste, application of biochar on problematic soils, abiotic stress and medicinal plants, and environmental chemistry.
Affiliations and expertise
Principal Scientist, Plant Production and Protection Division, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow, IndiaDM
Disha Mishra
Dr. Disha Mishra is a Senior Researcher at the CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. She received her PhD from CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow. Her research interests include the development of nano-bioformulations, nano-biocomposite preparation, smart delivery through nanomaterials, biochar production and its application for the remediation of pollutants from soil, soil chemistry, and solid waste management. Dr. Mishra has published several book chapters and research articles in peer-reviewed journals. She has also presented papers at international and national conferences.
Affiliations and expertise
Senior Researcher, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, IndiaMB
Muhammad Bilal
Muhammad Bilal is working as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdansk University of Technology, Poland. Previously, he served as an assistant/associate Professor at Poznan University of Technology, Poland, and the School of Life Science and Food Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huaian, China. He earned his Ph.D. from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, specializing in bioengineering and applied biotechnology. His main research activities are oriented to Environmental biotechnology, nanotechnology, enzyme engineering, immobilization, chemical modifications, and industrial applications of microbial enzymes, liquid, and solid waste management. He has authored over 700 peer-reviewed articles, 150 book chapters, 25 edited books. Dr. Bilal is the associate editor of Frontiers in Chemical Engineering and Frontiers in Environmental Science (Frontiers), and an editorial board member for several journals. He was listed as a highly cited researcher (Clarivate) in 2021 and holds several "highly cited papers" in WOS.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Department of Sanitary Engineering, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdańsk University of Technology, Gdańsk, PolandMS
Mika Sillanpää
Mika Sillanpää’s research work centers on chemical treatment in environmental engineering and environmental monitoring and analysis. The recent research focus has been on the resource recovery from waste streams.
Sillanpää received his M.Sc. (Eng.) and D.Sc. (Eng.) degrees from the Aalto University where he also completed an MBA degree in 2013. Since 2000, he has been a full professor/adjunct professor at the University of Oulu, the University of Eastern Finland, the LUT University, the University of Eastern Finland and the University of Johannesburg.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, University of Johannesburg., South AfricaRead Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials in the Agri-Food Industries on ScienceDirect