Silica nanoparticles synthesis and applications in agriculture for plant fertilization and protection: a review

Naaz, Haleema; Saffeullah, Peer; Rawat, Kamla

doi:10.1007/s10311-022-01515-9

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“…SiNPs involvement with several metabolic and physiological activities has been described under optimal and stress conditions ( El-Shetehy et al., 2021 ; Fan et al., 2022 ; Naaz et al., 2023 ). SiNPs can improve photosynthesis by PSII reaction centres opening and promoting the absorption, transmission, and transformation of light energy, the electron transport rate of PSII, chlorophyll and carotenoid biosynthesis, and other related enzymes ( Sharifi-Rad et al., 2016 ; Fatemi et al., 2020 ; Mukarram et al., 2021 ).…”

Section: Sinps and Plants: Uptake And Action During The Optimal Envir...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Silicon nanoparticles vs trace elements toxicity: Modus operandi and its omics bases

Mukarram,

Ahmad,

Choudhary

et al. 2024

Front. Plant Sci.

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Phytotoxicity of trace elements (commonly misunderstood as ‘heavy metals’) includes impairment of functional groups of enzymes, photo-assembly, redox homeostasis, and nutrient status in higher plants. Silicon nanoparticles (SiNPs) can ameliorate trace element toxicity. We discuss SiNPs response against several essential (such as Cu, Ni, Mn, Mo, and Zn) and non-essential (including Cd, Pb, Hg, Al, Cr, Sb, Se, and As) trace elements. SiNPs hinder root uptake and transport of trace elements as the first line of defence. SiNPs charge plant antioxidant defence against trace elements-induced oxidative stress. The enrolment of SiNPs in gene expressions was also noticed on many occasions. These genes are associated with several anatomical and physiological phenomena, such as cell wall composition, photosynthesis, and metal uptake and transport. On this note, we dedicate the later sections of this review to support an enhanced understanding of SiNPs influence on the metabolomic, proteomic, and genomic profile of plants under trace elements toxicity.

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Section: Sinps and Plants: Uptake And Action During The Optimal Envir...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Silicon nanoparticles vs trace elements toxicity: Modus operandi and its omics bases

Mukarram,

Ahmad,

Choudhary

et al. 2024

Front. Plant Sci.

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“…For nanopesticides composition, AIs can be loaded on the inorganic NPs surface, incorporated into the pores of porous NPs or conjugated with polymer. The high surface-to-volume ratio of silica NPs has been widely used as nanofertilizers and nanopesticides [ 90 , 91 ]. In a foliar nitrogen fertilizer study, sea urchin-like micro- nanostructured hollow silica spheres with 500 nm particle diameter were used to load a nitrogen fertilizer to improve the utilization rate on plant leaves [ 92 ].…”

Section: Co-delivery System In Agricultural Fieldmentioning

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Recent Advances in Nanoparticle-Mediated Co-Delivery System: A Promising Strategy in Medical and Agricultural Field

Sun

Yin

et al. 2023

IJMS

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Drug and gene delivery systems mediated by nanoparticles have been widely studied for life science in the past decade. The application of nano-delivery systems can dramatically improve the stability and delivery efficiency of carried ingredients, overcoming the defects of administration routes in cancer therapy, and possibly maintaining the sustainability of agricultural systems. However, delivery of a drug or gene alone sometimes cannot achieve a satisfactory effect. The nanoparticle-mediated co-delivery system can load multiple drugs and genes simultaneously, and improve the effectiveness of each component, thus amplifying efficacy and exhibiting synergistic effects in cancer therapy and pest management. The co-delivery system has been widely reported in the medical field, and studies on its application in the agricultural field have recently begun to emerge. In this progress report, we summarize recent progress in the preparation and application of drug and gene co-delivery systems and discuss the remaining challenges and future perspectives in the design and fabrication.

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“…The transport of silica nanoparticles in crops has been reported ( Figure 4 ), where the nanoparticles are internalized mainly through two pathways, i.e., extracellular and intracellular membranes. Additionally, it interacts with the root system of plants, passing via the Casparian strip, endodermis, and epidermis before entering the xylem through transporter proteins such as Lsi1 [ 48 ]. However, in many circumstances, silica nanoparticles enter the plant via the stomata and are then transported via the exosome route [ 49 ].…”

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“…The mechanisms by which nano-pesticides affect pests are complex and diverse [ 48 ]. Through mesoporous properties, nano-pesticides may form tiny traps on crop surfaces, increasing adsorption and attachment to pests.…”

Section: Nano-pesticides In Agriculturementioning

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Nano-Pesticides and Fertilizers: Solutions for Global Food Security

Tang,

Zhao,

Zhu

et al. 2023

Nanomaterials

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Nanotechnology emerges as an important way to safeguard global food security amid the escalating challenges posed by the expansion of the global population and the impacts of climate change. The perfect fusion of this breakthrough technology with traditional agriculture promises to revolutionize the way agriculture is traditionally practiced and provide effective solutions to the myriad of challenges in agriculture. Particularly noteworthy are the applications of nano-fertilizers and pesticides in agriculture, which have become milestones in sustainable agriculture and offer lasting alternatives to traditional methods. This review meticulously explores the key role of nano-fertilizers and pesticides in advancing sustainable agriculture. By focusing on the dynamic development of nanotechnology in the field of sustainable agriculture and its ability to address the overarching issue of global food security, this review aims to shed light on the transformative potential of nanotechnology to pave the way for a more resilient and sustainable future for agriculture.

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Silica nanoparticles synthesis and applications in agriculture for plant fertilization and protection: a review

Cited by 23 publications

References 167 publications

Silicon nanoparticles vs trace elements toxicity: Modus operandi and its omics bases

Silicon nanoparticles vs trace elements toxicity: Modus operandi and its omics bases

Recent Advances in Nanoparticle-Mediated Co-Delivery System: A Promising Strategy in Medical and Agricultural Field

Nano-Pesticides and Fertilizers: Solutions for Global Food Security

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