Nanomaterial Green Synthesis / edited by Jameel M. Al-Khayri, T.R. Anju, Shri Mohan Jain.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Al-Khayri, Jameel M., Editor.

Anju, T.R., Editor.

Jain, S. Mohan, Editor.

Series:

Nanotechnology in Plant Sciences, 3004-9342 ; 2

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Nanotechnology.

Biotic communities.

Green chemistry.

Bioremediation.

Ecosystems.

Green Chemistry.

Environmental Biotechnology.

Local Subjects:

Nanotechnology.

Ecosystems.

Green Chemistry.

Environmental Biotechnology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (XIV, 610 p. 136 illus., 124 illus. in color.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2025.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer Nature Switzerland : Imprint: Springer, 2025.

Summary:

This book discusses the convergence between nanotechnology and sustainability detailing the advances in addressing global challenges in achieving technological advancement in nanoscience. It delves into eco-friendly advancements in agricultural nanotechnology, highlighting the transformative potential and challenges. The core of the book emphasizes green chemistry approaches, detailing the biological routes for synthesizing nanomaterials, alongside non-biological methods that minimize environmental impact. It investigates the biocompatibility of green nanomaterials for safer applications and assesses their recyclability and reusability. Chapters on life cycle assessment provide insights into the environmental footprints of nanomaterials. The book contrasts top-down and bottom-up approaches while comparing chemical and green synthesis. Special attention is given to nanomaterials derived from lignocellulosic biomass, underlining the role of waste valorization. In addition, it offers a critical analysis of challenges and perspectives in green nanotechnology, setting a roadmap for sustainable advancements. The book consists of 18 chapters that explore various aspects of green synthesis of nanomaterials. Chapters are contributed by 64 recognized scientists from 7 countries and subjected to a rigorous review process to ensure quality presentation and scientific precision. Chapters begin with an introduction providing background followed by a detailed discussion of the topic accompanied by 129 high-quality color figures and 24 tables. Each chapter concludes with recommendations for future study directions. The book is an excellent reference source for graduate students engaged in nanotechnology and for professional researchers working on translational research on nanomaterial biological and physiochemical aspects.

Contents:

1. Nanotechnology Era: Nanomaterial Green Synthesis

2. Prospects and Hurdles in Agricultural Nanotechnology

3. Green Chemistry Approaches in Nanotechnology

4. Biological Synthesis of Nanomaterials

5. Microbial routes for nanoparticle synthesis

6. Green Nanotechnology for Sustainable Ecosystems

7. Non-biological green approaches for nanoparticle synthesis

8. Biocompatibility of green nanomaterials

9. Green chemistry approaches for sustainable synthesis of inorganic nanomaterials

10. Green chemistry approaches for sustainable synthesis of organic nanomaterials

11. Green chemistry approaches for sustainable synthesis of polymeric nanomaterials

12. Recyclability and reusability of green-synthesized nanoparticles

13. Life Cycle Assessment of Nanomaterials

14. Top down approaches of nanomaterial synthesis

15. Bottom up approaches in nanomaterial synthesis.

Notes:

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ISBN:

3-031-84643-5

OCLC:

1524421865