Nanotoxicology for Agricultural and Environmental Applications

1st Edition - March 19, 2024
Editors: Mahendra Rai, Indarchand Gupta
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
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eBook ISBN:
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Nanotoxicology for Agricultural and Environmental Applications provides an introduction to nanotechnology and its applications in agriculture and the environment. This reference, especially focused on the role of each physicochemical property of nanomaterials in toxicity, also presents a consolidated discussion on the management of the risks associated with nanoparticle use and rules and regulations made by various countries and organizations around the world.

Structured into five parts, this book explores nanotoxicity concerning agriculture and food, its impact on the environment, risk management measures for avoiding exposure, and delves into the realm of nanotechnology regulations. Students, practitioners, and researchers working in plant science, agricultural science, nanoscience, and environmental chemistry alike will benefit from this necessary reference.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
Preface to the series
Preface
Part 1: Nanotechnology and Regulations
Chapter 1. Scope of nanotechnology in agriculture and environment
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Nanotechnology in agriculture
1.3 Nanotechnology in environment
1.4 Challenges of nanotechnology applications in agriculture and the environment
1.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 2. Nanoscale solutions for a macro impact: environmental applications unveiled
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Various applications of nanoparticles
2.3 Environment impact of nanoparticles
2.4 Conclusion and future prospects
References
Chapter 3. Regulation of nanomaterials in agriculture, food, and environment
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 The regulatory challenges of the nanoworld
3.3 Final considerations and new research perspectives
References
Part 2: Nanotoxicity
Chapter 4. Factors contributing to nanoparticle toxicity
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Nanoparticles and nanomaterials
4.3 Functionalized nanoparticles and nanomaterials
4.4 Applications of NPs/NMs
4.5 Factors contributing to toxicity
4.6 Assessment of nanoparticle toxicity
4.7 Significance and future prospects
4.8 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 5. Impact of nanoparticles on plant growth and their entry route into the plants
Abstract
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Influence of nanoparticles on plant growth
5.3 Entry route into the plants
5.4 Modification in plant and soil parameters by nanoparticles
5.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 6. Nanotoxicity evaluation methods and challenges
Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Methods for assessment of ecotoxicology
6.3 Methods used for testing phytotoxicity
6.4 Methods for detection of the ecotoxicological effect of nanomaterials
6.5 Conclusion and challenges
References
Part 3: Nanotoxicity to agriculture and food
Chapter 7. Nanotoxicity to soil ecosystems
Abstract
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Sources and biotransformation of nanomaterials in the soil ecosystems
7.3 Influence of nanomaterials (NMs) on soil organisms
7.4 Influence of nanomaterials on terrestrial plants
7.5 Conclusions and future perspectives
Acknowledgment
Conflict of interest
References
Chapter 8. Toxicological concerns of nanomaterials in crop plants
Abstract
8.1 Introduction
8.2 The important factor responsible for toxicity of nanomaterials
8.3 Uptake and translocation of nanomaterials in plant
8.4 Toxicological concerns of nanomaterials in plants
8.5 Management of nanomaterials toxicity in agriculture
8.6 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 9. Nanotoxicity to food system
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Nanoparticles used in the food system
9.3 Food safety and nanotechnology
9.4 Nanotoxicity on staple food crops
9.5 Nanotoxicity on aquatic food chain
9.6 Nanotoxicity risks on human health
9.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 10. In vivo and in vitro toxicity of nanomaterials in animal systems
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Synthesis of nanoparticles
10.3 Current trends in nanoparticle application in medicine, health, and environment
10.4 Current regulatory framework for assessment of nanoparticle toxicity
10.5 Models for assessment of nanotoxicity
10.6 Routes of entry of nanoparticles into the system and cells
10.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 11. Detoxification of nanoparticles by plants
Abstract
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Detoxification of nanoparticles by plants
11.3 Pathways to scavenge ROS produced due to NP toxicity
11.4 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Part 4: Nanotoxicity to environment
Chapter 12. Biotoxicity and exposure pathways of engineered silver nanoparticles released in the environment
Abstract
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Aquatic biotoxicity
12.3 Terrestrial biotoxicity
12.4 Toxicity properties
12.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 13. Nanotoxicity of agrochemicals to aquatic environment
Abstract
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Organic pesticides in nanoscale formulations
13.3 Nanoformulated macronutrients
13.4 Metal-based nanoparticles of essential micronutrients
13.5 Silver nanoparticles
13.6 Silica nanoparticles
13.7 Carbon-based nanomaterials
13.8 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 14. Nanotoxicity to terrestrial ecosystem
Abstract
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Conclusion
References
Chapter 15. Environmental health and agricultural toxicology of nanoparticles released in the air
Abstract
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Routes of nanoparticles released in the air
15.3 Nanomaterial characteristics
15.4 Nanomaterials interactions with biological processes in animals
15.5 Nanomaterials interactions with biological processes in plants
15.6 Conclusion
References
Part 5: Risk management measures to avoid exposure
Chapter 16. Nanomaterial exposure at workplace and societal levels: workplace standards and occupational risk management
Abstract
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Nanomaterial exposure
16.3 Workplace standards
16.4 Management of occupational risk
16.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 17. Strategies to alleviate nanotoxicity
Abstract
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Mechanism of nanotoxicity
17.3 Mitigating the risk
17.4 Modification of nanoparticles
17.5 Future prospects
17.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 18. A green nanotechnology approach to nanowaste management: what guarantees can the OECD protocol provide?
Abstract
18.1 Introduction
18.2 The unknown paths of nanowaste, risks, and potential contamination of the environment: what should we know?
18.3 The OECD’s study of nanowaste: an alternative for understanding and adopting responsible measures for nanotechnological waste
18.4 Final considerations and projections for future research
References
Chapter 19. Fate of nanofertilizer in agroecosystem
Abstract
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Nanotechnology application in agriculture
19.3 Nanofertilizers
19.4 Fate of nanofertilizer in agroecosystem
19.5 Conclusion
References
Index

Mahendra Rai

Prof. Mahendra Rai is a UGC Basic Science Research Faculty Fellow and former Head of the Department of Biotechnology at Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, India. He is currently a senior visiting professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Federal University of Piaui (UFPI), Brazil.

His areas of expertise include microbial biotechnology and nanobiotechnology, focusing on the green synthesis of metal nanoparticles using fungi and their applications as nanoantimicrobials against pathogenic microbes. His research is interdisciplinary, integrating microbial biotechnology with nanotechnology.

Professor Rai has received several prestigious awards, including the Father T.A. Mathias Award from the All India Association for Christian Higher Education and the Medini Award from the Government of India. He has participated in multiple international collaborations and has held visiting positions at various institutions, including the University of Geneva (Switzerland), Debrecen University (Hungary), and Nicolaus Copernicus University (Poland).

Affiliations and expertise

Senior Visiting Professor, Federal University of Piaui, Brazil

Indarchand Gupta

Dr. Indarchand R. Gupta completed his Masters in the subject of Biotechnology in the year 2004, and Ph.D. in the year 2020 under the supervision of Professor Mahendra Rai at the Department of Biotechnology, Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, Amravati, India. Presently he is working as Assistant Professor at Government Institute of Science, Aurangabad, India. His area of interest is nano-toxicology and animal cell culture. His study is mainly focused on in vitro cytotoxicity assessment of silver nanoparticles on different animal cell models. He has published over 35 research articles and book chapters. For his research work he has been awarded by ‘ASIO 2016 International Toxicologist Travel Award’ by Association of Scientists of Indian Origin, a regional chapter of Society of Toxicology, USA.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, Government Institute of Science, Aurangabad, India

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