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Carbon Nanotubes as Carriers in Plant Science

Title
Carbon Nanotubes as Carriers in Plant Science
Creator
Naga Baru, Sahithi Venkata; Mathew, Gicy; Maanasa, Dhevi B.; Lakshmaiah, Vasantha Veerappa; Nagella, Praveen
Description
Carbon nanotubes have emerged as promising nanomaterials in plant sciences, offering innovative solutions for enhancing sustainable agricultural production. This chapter provides a comprehensive analysis of the structural variations of CNTs, including single-walled, stacked-cup, and multi-walled nanotubes, and their applications in gene delivery, biosensing, and development of nano-pesticides and nano-insecticides. CNTs facilitate improved nutrient uptake, promote plant growth, and enhance stress tolerance through their unique physicochemical properties. Additionally, their interactions with plant-associated microbes and soil microbial communities, plant health and soil fertility are discussed. However, challenges related to CNT toxicity, environmental persistence, and their effects on plant physiology necessitate further research. The chapter also explores the integration of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and multi omics approaches in optimizing CNT applications for plant breeding, precision agriculture, and crop improvement. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.
Source
Nanocarriers in Plant Science and Agriculture;pp.63-87
Date
01-01-2025
Publisher
IGI Global
Coverage
Naga Baru S.V., Christ University, India; Mathew G., Christ University, India; Maanasa D.B., Christ University, India; Lakshmaiah V.V., Christ University, India; Nagella P., Christ University, India
Rights
Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
Relation
ISBN: 979-836939871-5; 979-836939869-2;
Format
online
Language
English
Type
Book chapter

Citation

Naga Baru, Sahithi Venkata; Mathew, Gicy; Maanasa, Dhevi B.; Lakshmaiah, Vasantha Veerappa; Nagella, Praveen, “Carbon Nanotubes as Carriers in Plant Science,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed June 19, 2026, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/25167.

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