Applications of Nanotechnologies in Biomedicine, Agriculture, and the Environment

Applications of Nanotechnologies in Biomedicine, Agriculture, and the Environment provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis, design, and utilization of various nanomaterials, exploring their potential applications in fields ranging from agriculture and environmental remediation to healthcare and medicine. With contributions from leading experts in the field, the book starts with an overview of various synthesis methods, along with a thorough discussion on the benefits and limitations of each method. Subsequent chapters focus on specific areas of innovation, encompassing a broad array of applications within food and agriculture, biomedicine and environmental science. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students across a range of disciplines, but it is also ideal for industrial scientists, engineers and R&D professionals with an interest in nanotechnology and sustainable technologies for diverse applications.Discusses the historical development of nanomaterials, their fundamental properties, and highlights key synthesis methods, with a special emphasis on green chemistry and sustainabilityCovers various classes of nanomaterials and their diverse uses across different fields, including biomedicine, agriculture, and environmental scienceProvides practical guidance on how to design and prepare nanostructures with the desired multifunctionality