Novel use of nanostructured alumina as an insecticide

Stadler, Teodoro; Buteler, Micaela; Weaver, David K.

doi:10.1002/ps.1915

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“…Nanoalumina dust has been proposed to protect stored grains (Stadler et al 2010 ). The insecticidal activity of nanoalumina dust comparable to the doses has been reported to be comparable to the recommended doses of commercially available insecticidal dusts.…”

Section: Aluminiummentioning

confidence: 97%

Understanding the Role of Nanomaterials in Agriculture

Dwivedi

Saquib

Al‐Khedhairy

et al. 2016

Microbial Inoculants in Sustainable Agricultural Productivity

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Nanotechnology offers immense opportunities for improvement in the quality of life through applications in agriculture and the food systems. Development of nanotechnology-based novel agro-products, viz., nanosensors, nano-fertilizers, nano-pesticides and nanoformulations of biocontrol agents, is currently a subject of intense investigation. A variety of nanomaterials has been recommended for use in agriculture, in order to help reduce the consumption of agrochemicals by use of smart delivery systems, minimize the nutrient losses and increase the yield through optimized water and nutrients management. Nanotechnology-derived devices have also been explored in the areas of plant breeding and genetics. Additionally, the agricultural products and/or by-products can be utilized as a source for developing bio-nanocomposites. Nevertheless, the potential advantages of nanotechnology applications in the agricultural sector are still marginal, and have not been commercialized to a signifi cant extent, as compared to other industrial sectors. Researches in the area of agricultural nanotechnology are being extensively pursued in quest for the solutions to the agricultural and environmental challenges, such as sustainability, increased productivity, disease management and crop protection through innovative techniques for monitoring, assessing and controlling the agricultural practices. This chapter provides a basic knowledge about the role of nanotechnology in developing sustainable agriculture and environment, and eventually in the welfare of human society, at large, in the near future.

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Section: Aluminiummentioning

confidence: 97%

Understanding the Role of Nanomaterials in Agriculture

Dwivedi

Saquib

Al‐Khedhairy

et al. 2016

Microbial Inoculants in Sustainable Agricultural Productivity

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“…For example, insecticidal effect of nano-Al 2 O 3 dusts against two insect pests of stored grain, Sitophilus oryzae and Rhyzopertha dominica, was reported by Stadler et al [194] and Buteler et al [195]. Insecticide efficacy depended on particle size, particle morphology and surface area of NPs [195].…”

Section: Nanoinsecticidesmentioning

confidence: 94%

Application Of Nanotechnology In Agriculture And Food Industry, Its Prospects And Risks

Jampílek

Kráľová

2015

Ecological Chemistry and Engineering S

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Nanoagrochemicals, such as nanopesticides, nanofertilizers or plant growth stimulating nanosystems, were primarily designed to increase solubility, enhance bioavailability, targeted delivery, controlled release and/or protection against degradation resulting in the reduced amount of applied active ingredients and finally in a decrease of dose-dependent toxicity/burden. This paper is a comprehensive up-to-date review related to the preparation and the biological activity of nanoformulations enabling gradual release of active ingredient into weeds and the body of pests and controlled release of nutrients to plants. The attention is also devoted to the decrease of direct environmental burden and economic benefits due to application of nanoformulations, where less amount of active ingredient is needed to achieve the same biological effect in comparison with bulk. The application of nanotechnology in the areas such as food packaging, food security, encapsulation of nutrients and development of new functional products is analysed. The use of nanoparticles in biosensors for detection of pathogens and contaminants as well as in DNA and gene delivery is discussed as well. Benefits and health risks of nanoagrochemicals are highlighted, and special attention is given to nanoecotoxicology and guidelines and regulatory documents related to the use of nanoformulations in agriculture and food industry.

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“…Właści-wości antybakteryjne i przeciwgrzybicze cechują także inne nanomateriały, takie jak nanocząstki miedzi metalicznej [11,13], dwutlenku tytanu [14] czy tlenku cynku [15]. Ponadto nanocząstkowy tlenek krzemu [16,17], nanosrebro [17] czy nanoaluminium [18] wykazują silne działanie insektobójcze.…”

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Nanopesticides – Light or dark side of the force?

Matysiak

Kruszewski

Kapka‐Skrzypczak

2017

Med Pr

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StreszczenieNanotechnologia znalazła zastosowanie w wielu gałęziach przemysłu, m.in. w rolnictwie, gdzie nanomateriały służą jako nośniki chemicznych środków ochrony roślin, a także jako substancje aktywne pestycydów. Nieznane są jednak skutki ekspozycji czło-wieka na działanie nanopestycydów. Grupą, której ze względu na wykonywany zawód powinno się poświęcić szczególną uwagę, są rolnicy. W niniejszej pracy podsumowano kierunki wykorzystania nanocząstek w rolnictwie, drogi narażenia pracowników rolnych na ich działanie oraz aktualny stan wiedzy na temat toksyczności nanomateriałów wobec komórek ssaków. Przedstawiono także techniki detekcji nanocząstek w środowisku pracy oraz biomarkery służące ocenie narażenia i skutków ekspozycji. Wyniki przeglądu wskazują, że użycie zdobyczy nanotechnologii w rolnictwie może przynieść wymierne korzyści w postaci zmniejszenia ilości stosowanych chemicznych środków ochrony. W literaturze nie ma jednak badań określających, czy stosowanie nanocząstek jako nośników nie zwiększa efektów szkodliwego działania pestycydów na ludzki organizm. Ponadto wyniki badań na liniach komórkowych oraz modelach zwierzęcych świadczą, że nanocząstki stosowane jako substancje aktywne mogą być toksyczne dla komórek ssaków. Zauważalny jest jednocześnie zupełny brak badań epidemiologicznych dotyczących tego zagadnienia. Wydaje się, że w najbliższym czasie skutki ekspozycji na nanopestycydy mogą wymagać szczególnej uwagi nie tylko środowiska naukowego, ale także lekarzy opiekujących się pracownikami rolnymi i ich rodzinami. Med. Pr. 2017;68(3):423-432 Słowa kluczowe: nanocząstki, narażenie zawodowe, biomarkery, pestycydy, detekcja, toksyczność Abstract Nanotechnology has been used in many branches of industry, including agriculture, where nanomaterials are used as carriers of chemical plant protection compounds, as well as active ingredients. Meanwhile, the effects of nanopesticides exposure on the human body are unknown. Due to their occupation, farmers should be particularly monitored. This paper summarizes the use of nanoparticles in agriculture, the route of potential exposure for agricultural workers and the current state of knowledge of nanopesticides toxicity to mammalian cells. The authors also discuss techniques for detecting nanoparticles in the workplace, as well as biomarkers and effects of exposure. The results of this review indicate that the use of nanotechnology in agriculture can bring measurable benefits by reducing the amount of chemicals used for plant protection. However, there is no research available to determine whether or not the use of pesticide nanoformulations increases the harmful effects of pesticides. Moreover, the results of research on cell lines and in animal models suggest that nanoparticles used as active substance are toxic to mammalian cells. Interestingly, there is also a complete lack of epidemiological studies on this subject. In the nearest future the effects of exposure to nanopesticides may require a particular attention paid by scientists and medical doctors wh...

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Novel use of nanostructured alumina as an insecticide

Cited by 209 publications

References 14 publications

Understanding the Role of Nanomaterials in Agriculture

Understanding the Role of Nanomaterials in Agriculture

Application Of Nanotechnology In Agriculture And Food Industry, Its Prospects And Risks

Nanopesticides – Light or dark side of the force?

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