Plant nanobiology is an interdisciplinary field that explores the intricate interactions between plants and nanoscale materials, leveraging the principles of nanotechnology to unravel the mysteries of plant life at the molecular and cellular levels. At this scale, researchers delve into the manipulation and application of nanomaterials, such as nanoparticles and nanodevices, to better understand and enhance various aspects of plant growth, development, and defense mechanisms. This burgeoning field holds immense promise for sustainable agriculture, as it enables the targeted delivery of nutrients, pesticides, and genetic materials to plants, optimizing resource utilization and minimizing environmental impact. Moreover, plant nanobiology investigates the potential of nanomaterials in enhancing photosynthesis, improving stress tolerance, and facilitating efficient nutrient uptake. However, ethical considerations and potential ecological impacts are paramount, and ongoing research emphasizes the importance of responsible and cautious deployment of nanotechnological interventions in the plant kingdom. As scientists unravel the complexities of plant-nano interactions, the insights gained have the potential to revolutionize agriculture, paving the way for innovative and eco-friendly solutions to address global food security challenges.
Title : Exploring the genetic diversity in tannin-rich forages to explain the large intra species variability in tannin content
Selina Sterup Moore, Aarhus University, Denmark
Title : Isolation and functional properties of biomolecules of plants and its application
Balagopalan Unni, GEMS Arts & Science College (Autonomous), India
Title : Primed for the future: PGPR and the promise of sustainable, heritable crop resilience
Prashant Singh, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), India
Title : Revealing allelic variations in candidate genes associated with grain yield under salinity stress between two contrasting rice genotypes
Nisha Sulari Kottearachchi, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
Title : Adaptive strategies of Aristida L. species across ecological zones of Pakistan: Linking soil characteristics with morphological and physiological traits
Iram Ijaz, University of Agriculture Faisalabad Pakistan, Pakistan
Title : Ethnobotanical survey and abundance of weeds in selected Manihot esculenta (cassava) Crantz farms in Osun state, Nigeria
Dada Caleb Mayokun, University of Ibadan, Nigeria