Fundamentals of Nanoscience And Nanotechnology In Agriculture

Fundamentals of Nanoscience And Nanotechnology In Agriculture By Dr. Renukaswamy N.S., Dr. Ganapathi M, Dr. Kiran B.O, CONTENTS : 1. Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 2. Historical Development and Scientific Revolutions in Nanotechnology 3. Measurement and Characterization Techniques of Nanomaterials 4. Classification of Nanomaterials 5. Socio-Economic, Ethical and Ecological Implications of Nanotechnology 6. Synthesis of Nanomaterials: Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approaches 7. Physical, Chemical and Biological Methods of Nanoparticle Synthesis 8. Uptake, Translocation and Fate of Nanoparticles in Plants and Soil 9. Nano-Fertilizers and Nano-Nutrients in Crop Production 10. Nano-Pesticides and Nano-Insecticide Formulations 11. Nano-Sensors and Smart Agriculture 12. Safety, Toxicity and Bio-Safety of Nanomaterials in Agro-Ecosystems