The adsorption of biomolecules to the surface of engineered nanomaterials, known as
corona formation, defines their biological identity by altering their surface properties and …

Nanotechnology has shown promising potential to promote sustainable agriculture. This
article reviews the recent developments on applications of nanotechnology in agriculture …

Our agriculture is threatened by climate change and the depletion of resources and
biodiversity. A new agriculture revolution is needed in order to increase the production of …

Nutrient fertilization plays a critical role in maintaining soil fertility and improving crop
productivity and quality. Precise nutrient management of horticultural crops is a major …

To date, most studies of microplastics have been carried out with pristine particles. However,
most plastics in the environment will be aged to some extent; hence, understanding the …

Cadmium (Cd) is a highly toxic heavy metal that adversely affects humans, animals, and
plants, even at low concentrations. It is widely distributed and has both natural and …

BACKGROUND Natural nanomaterials have always been abundant during Earth's formation
and throughout its evolution over the past 4.54 billion years. Incidental nanomaterials, which …

The widespread use of fertilizers is a result of the increased global demand for food. The
commonly used chemical fertilizers may increase plant growth and output, but they have …

Plastic litter is widely acknowledged as a global environmental threat, and poor
management and disposal lead to increasing levels in the environment. Of recent concern is …

Nanomaterials (NMs), both natural and synthetic, are produced, transformed, and exported
into our environment daily. Natural NMs annual flux to the environment is around 97% of the …