nanobiotechnology
Nanobiotechnology applies nanotechnology—the engineering of materials and systems at the atomic and molecular scale—to biological applications. For plant science, this approach enables the development of nanoparticles for targeted nutrient and pesticide delivery, nanosensors for monitoring plant health, and novel methods to investigate plant cellular structures and biological processes. These applications hold significant promise for improving crop productivity, sustainability, and resilience to environmental stresses.
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This review examines how microbiologically-synthesized metal nanoparticles (such as silver and zinc oxide) combined with plant growth-promoting bacteria can enhance crop productivity and sustainability while addressing soil health and food security concerns.
Metal-based nanoparticles (Ag NPs, ZnO NPs, TiO2) can be synthesized microbiologically for agricultural applications
PGPR and nanoparticles work synergistically to improve crop resilience and nutritional value
These combined approaches address multiple sustainability challenges including soil degradation and environmental impact