Current trends and challenges in the synthesis and applications of chitosan-based nanocomposites for plants: A review

Yu, Juntong; Wang, Depeng; Geetha, Nagaraja; Khawar, Khalid Mahmood; Jogaiah, Sudisha; Mujtaba, Muhammad

doi:10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.117904

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“…Chitosan is an environmentally and eco-friendly polymer with multipurpose applications in various fields such as agriculture, cosmetology, food, paper, pharmacy and textile industries [64][65][66][67][68] and a potent agent for the removal of toxic pollutants [69,70]. It can be used in plant production systems as a single compound or combined with other polymers and elements [68,71]. It is considered one of the most abundant natural biopolymers.…”

Section: Practical Applications Of Chitosan On Vegetable Cropsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…It is derived from chitin and its structure consists of two sub-units, namely D-glucosamine and N-acetyl-D-glucosamine, connected with 1,4-glycosidic bonds to each other [72,73]. Its ability to bind on other compounds allows the delivery of nutrients, pesticides and biomolecules in plants systems [71,74,75]. The precursor of chitosan (chitin) is the second most renewable source of carbon throughout the world, which makes chitosan a very promising material for industrial applications, with more than 2000 tons produced annually [76].…”

Section: Practical Applications Of Chitosan On Vegetable Cropsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The advanced techniques in nanoparticle preparation have allowed the efficient capitalization of chitosan's beneficial effects not only in agriculture but also in the food industry through functional packaging [67,68,114]. The use of bio-nanomaterials may also find uses in smart genetic engineering in plants through the editing of plant genomes [71]. However, the use of such materials for human-related purposes is currently restricted and under debate and further studies are needed to transfer the achieved knowledge from the laboratory to an industrial scale and to manifest the positive effects with large-scale trials [71,115,116].…”

Section: Practical Applications Of Chitosan On Vegetable Cropsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The use of bio-nanomaterials may also find uses in smart genetic engineering in plants through the editing of plant genomes [71]. However, the use of such materials for human-related purposes is currently restricted and under debate and further studies are needed to transfer the achieved knowledge from the laboratory to an industrial scale and to manifest the positive effects with large-scale trials [71,115,116].…”

Section: Practical Applications Of Chitosan On Vegetable Cropsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Sustainable Agriculture Systems in Vegetable Production Using Chitin and Chitosan as Plant Biostimulants

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Chitin and chitosan are natural compounds that are biodegradable and nontoxic and have gained noticeable attention due to their effective contribution to increased yield and agro-environmental sustainability. Several effects have been reported for chitosan application in plants. Particularly, it can be used in plant defense systems against biological and environmental stress conditions and as a plant growth promoter—it can increase stomatal conductance and reduce transpiration or be applied as a coating material in seeds. Moreover, it can be effective in promoting chitinolytic microorganisms and prolonging storage life through post-harvest treatments, or benefit nutrient delivery to plants since it may prevent leaching and improve slow release of nutrients in fertilizers. Finally, it can remediate polluted soils through the removal of cationic and anionic heavy metals and the improvement of soil properties. On the other hand, chitin also has many beneficial effects such as plant growth promotion, improved plant nutrition and ability to modulate and improve plants’ resistance to abiotic and biotic stressors. The present review presents a literature overview regarding the effects of chitin, chitosan and derivatives on horticultural crops, highlighting their important role in modern sustainable crop production; the main limitations as well as the future prospects of applications of this particular biostimulant category are also presented.

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Section: Practical Applications Of Chitosan On Vegetable Cropsmentioning

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Section: Practical Applications Of Chitosan On Vegetable Cropsmentioning

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“…Worldwide research is increasingly considering the use of chitosan derivatives, besides chitosan alone, as well as nanoparticles. Moreover, the combination of chitosan nanoparticles with other elements such as copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), selenium (Se), as well as silver (Ag) is becoming widely used [21][22][23]. Researchers suggest that chitosan based metallic nanoparticles may be even more effective than bulk chitosan in anti-pathogenic and plant growth-promoting activities [24].…”

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The Potential of Using Chitosan on Cereal Crops in the Face of Climate Change

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Liberacki

2021

Plants

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This review presents the main findings from measurements carried out on cereals using chitosan, its derivatives, and nanoparticles. Research into the use of chitosan in agriculture is growing in popularity. Since 2000, 188 original scientific articles indexed in Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases have been published on this topic. These have focused mainly on wheat (34.3%), maize (26.3%), and rice (24.2%). It was shown that research on other cereals such as millets and sorghum is scarce and should be expanded to better understand the impact of chitosan use. This review demonstrates that this chitosan is highly effective against the most dangerous diseases and pathogens for cereals. Furthermore, it also contributes to improving yield and chlorophyll content, as well as some plant growth parameters. Additionally, it induces excellent resistance to drought, salt, and low temperature stress and reduces their negative impact on cereals. However, further studies are needed to demonstrate the full field efficacy of chitosan.

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Recent advancements in natural polymers‐based self‐healing nano‐materials for wound dressing

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Sharma,

Sharma

2024

J Biomed Mater Res

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The field of wound healing has witnessed remarkable progress in recent years, driven by the pursuit of advanced wound dressings. Traditional dressing materials have limitations like poor biocompatibility, nonbiodegradability, inadequate moisture management, poor breathability, lack of inherent therapeutic properties, and environmental impacts. There is a compelling demand for innovative solutions to transcend the constraints of conventional dressing materials for optimal wound care. In this extensive review, the therapeutic potential of natural polymers as the foundation for the development of self‐healing nano‐materials, specifically for wound dressing applications, has been elucidated. Natural polymers offer a multitude of advantages, possessing exceptional biocompatibility, biodegradability, and bioactivity. The intricate engineering strategies employed to fabricate these polymers into nanostructures, thereby imparting enhanced mechanical robustness, flexibility, critical for efficacious wound management has been expounded. By harnessing the inherent properties of natural polymers, including chitosan, alginate, collagen, hyaluronic acid, and so on, and integrating the concept of self‐healing materials, a comprehensive overview of the cutting‐edge research in this emerging field is presented in the review. Furthermore, the inherent self‐healing attributes of these materials, wherein they exhibit innate capabilities to autonomously rectify any damage or disruption upon exposure to moisture or body fluids, reducing frequent dressing replacements have also been explored. This review consolidates the existing knowledge landscape, accentuating the benefits and challenges associated with these pioneering materials while concurrently paving the way for future investigations and translational applications in the realm of wound healing.

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Current trends and challenges in the synthesis and applications of chitosan-based nanocomposites for plants: A review

Cited by 133 publications

References 118 publications

Sustainable Agriculture Systems in Vegetable Production Using Chitin and Chitosan as Plant Biostimulants

Sustainable Agriculture Systems in Vegetable Production Using Chitin and Chitosan as Plant Biostimulants

The Potential of Using Chitosan on Cereal Crops in the Face of Climate Change

Recent advancements in natural polymers‐based self‐healing nano‐materials for wound dressing

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