Nanoencapsulation, nano-guard for pesticides: a new window for safe application

MD Nuruzzaman, MM Rahman, Y Liu… - Journal of agricultural …, 2016 - ACS Publications
The application of nanotechnology in pesticide delivery is relatively new and in the early
stages of development. This technology aims to reduce the indiscriminate use of …

Recent trends in nanomaterials applications in environmental monitoring and remediation

S Das, B Sen, N Debnath - Environmental Science and Pollution …, 2015 - Springer
Environmental pollution is one of the greatest problems that the world is facing today, and it
is increasing with every passing year and causing grave and irreparable damage to the …

Silicon nanoparticles (SiNPs): Challenges and perspectives for sustainable agriculture

M Yuvaraj, RS Priya, N Jagathjothi, M Saranya… - … and Molecular Plant …, 2023 - Elsevier
In the recent scenario of global warming and climate change, numerous biotic and abiotic
stresses inhibit crop growth and development and finally lead to reduced crop productivity …

[PDF][PDF] Insecticidal efficacy of silica nanoparticles against Rhyzopertha dominica F. and Tribolium confusum Jacquelin du Val

M Ziaee, Z Ganji - Journal of Plant Protection Research, 2016 - bibliotekanauki.pl
Bioassays were conducted to assess the effects of two silicon dioxide nanoparticles of
Aerosil® and Nanosav against adults of Rhyzopertha dominica F. and Tribolium confusum …

Integrating inert dusts with other technologies in stored products protection

M Ziaee, A Ebadollahi, W Wakil - Toxin reviews, 2021 - Taylor & Francis
Inert dust insecticides (IDIs) can make a significant contribution to Integrated Pest
Management (IPM) programs of stored grain providing insect control and preserving grain …

Silica nanoparticles for insect pest control

M Cáceres, CV Vassena, MD Garcerá… - Current …, 2019 - ingentaconnect.com
To date, control strategies used against insect pest species are based on synthetic
insecticide applications. In addition, the efficacy of these treatments could be decreased due …

Soil and foliar application of rock dust as natural control agent for two-spotted spider mites on tomato plants

N Faraone, R Evans, J LeBlanc, NK Hillier - Scientific reports, 2020 - nature.com
Mineral-based products represent a valid alternative to synthetic pesticides in integrated
pest management. We investigated the effects of a novel granite dust product as an agent for …

Microbial nanotechnology for climate resilient agriculture

PL Kashyap, P Rai, R Kumar, S Sharma… - Microbes for climate …, 2018 - Wiley Online Library
In recent years, microorganisms have been emanated as excellent ecofriendly and cost‐
effective nanofactories that have the ability to prevent the harmful toxic effects of chemicals …

Nano/microparticles in conjunction with microalgae extract as novel insecticides against Mealworm beetles, Tenebrio molitor

I Rankic, R Zelinka, A Ridoskova, M Gagic… - Scientific Reports, 2021 - nature.com
The intensive use of insecticides in global agricultural production has attracted much
attention due to its many adverse effects on human health and the environment. In recent …

Rice weevil management through application of silica nano particle and physico-chemical and cooking characterization of the treated rice

S Kar, RN Nayak, NR Sahoo, CK Bakhara… - Journal of Stored …, 2021 - Elsevier
Nano technology is an alternative method for pest management and can be applied to
minimize the post harvest storage losses due to insect infestation. A study was undertaken …