Nanotechnology Applications in Soil Science: From Remediation to Precision Agriculture - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 13: 9798369370063

Verlag: IGI GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC PUBLISHING, 2025

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Nanotechnology in soil science has transformative applications. For example, the use of nanotechnology can transform soil remediation and enhance fertilization processes. The principles, characterization, and utilization of nanomaterials synthesis can revolutionize the field of precision agriculture. Nanoparticles are being applied for targeted remediation of pollutants, efficient nutrient delivery, and even soil monitoring. This intersection of nanotechnology and soil science unlocks new potentials for sustainable agriculture, enabling more precise, efficient, and environmentally friendly farming practices while addressing critical issues like soil degradation, pollution, and resource scarcity. Nanotechnology Applications in Soil Science: From Remediation to Precision Agriculture advances scientific knowledge in soil science while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in nanotechnology. With its broad scope and in-depth insights, it significantly impacts the research community, driving advancements in soil management practices and contributing to environmental sustainability and agricultural productivity. Covering topics such as nutrient delivery systems, microbial responses, and carbon sequestration, this book is an excellent resource for environmental scientists, agronomists, nanotechnologists, professionals, researchers, scholars, academicians, and more.

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Dr. Vishnu D Rajput is an esteemed scientist and educator specializing in Agricultural Biotechnology and Soil Science. He holds a Doctor of Science degree from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China, and a Master of Science in Agricultural Biotechnology from Chander Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur, India. Currently, Dr. Rajput serves as the Head of the Soil Laboratory and a Leading Researcher (Associate Professor) at the Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, Rostov, Russia. With over 15 years of research experience, he has contributed significantly to the fields of soil microbiology, bioremediation, and agricultural sustainability. Dr. Rajput's career includes pivotal roles such as Senior Research Fellow at the Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, India, where he led projects focused on bioremediation of wastewater contaminated with heavy metals. His expertise extends to the application of microorganisms in agriculture, particularly in enhancing plant resilience and soil health. Recognized for his academic and research contributions, Dr. Rajput has received numerous accolades, including Certificates of Appreciation and Honor from the Southern Federal University for his outstanding research and publication activities. He has also been conferred the status of "Highly Qualified Specialist" by the Russian Government. His current research interests encompass the toxic effects of bulk and nano-forms of metals on plants and soil microorganisms, investigating bioaccumulation, transformations, and developing remediation strategies using nanomaterials and nano-biochar.

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• Verlag: IGI GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC PUBLISHING
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798369370063
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Anzahl der Seiten: 372
• Herausgeber: Singh Abhishek, Rajput Vishnu D., Singh Rupesh Kumar
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