Advancements in Nanotechnology for Plant Health and Productivity
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Molecular Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 765
Special Issue Editors
Interests: agricultural microbiology; nanotechnology; plant protection; arbuscular mycorrhiza; biocontrol
Interests: agroecosystems; soil salinization; crop stress; environmental salinization; salinity management
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Agricultural nanotechnology has emerged as a revolutionary tool at the intersection of biotechnology and agricultural sciences, offering innovative solutions to optimize crop health and productivity. This Special Issue explores how designed nanomaterials can positively influence agricultural systems by enhancing nutrient absorption, protecting against pathogens, and mitigating environmental stress.
Recent advances include the development of nanofertilizers and nanopesticides that increase resource use efficiency and reduce environmental impact; furthermore, functionalized nanoparticles enable controlled release of bioactives and early disease detection through nanosensors. The integration of these technologies with sustainable approaches has the potential to transform conventional agriculture, promoting more resilient practices adapted to climate change.
This Special Issue invites the submission of original research and critical reviews that explore the design, synthesis, and mechanisms of action of nanomaterials in an agricultural context. Studies on the interaction between nanomaterials, soil microbiomes, and plants are also encouraged, as well as approaches that integrate nanotechnology with precision agriculture and sustainable strategies. The compilation of these advances will provide a solid scientific foundation for future applications that can transform agriculture and contribute to a more resilient food system.
Dr. Federico Spagnoletti
Prof. Dr. Gabrijel Ondrasek
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- agricultural nanotechnology
- nanofertilizers
- nanopesticides
- controlled release
- nanosensors
- plant resilience
- soil microbiome
- precision agriculture
- sustainability
- food security
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