Advances in Horticulture Biotechnology, Volume 6: Nanotechnology in Agriculture

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Nanotechnology is a broader term and used to describe various aspects of science and technology involved in the study, manipulation and control of individual atoms and molecules, to build machines on the scale of plant cells or create materials and products with nanoscale structures that enable novel applications. An attempt is made in this book to trace important consequences of the coming revolution in molecular nanotechnology, including consequences for the environment, agriculture, biosafety regulation disease diagnosis, medicine, warfare, pest control, industry society and life on earth. This book is a collection of 29 chapters written by researchers who are at the forefront of their field which address the role of application of nanotechnology in nano particles, agricultural/horticulture/animal/fisheries sciences and others. Reading this book will shatter the monolithic term nanotechnology into the myriad of facets that it really is. The intention is to give the interested reader an idea of the incredibly diverse aspects that make up nanotechnology research and development, the results of which will bring about a new era of industrial and agricultural technologies for ensuring social security economy, food and nutrition. It would be an ideal reference book for researchers and students.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR H P Singh

Born on 2nd July, 1950, Dr. H.P. Singh has served horticulture in various capacities namely Project Coordinator (fruits); Director, NCR for Banana; Horticulture Commissioner, Govt. of India; Chairman, Coconut Development Board; Dean (Agriculture), GBPUA & T, Pantnagar; Vice Chancellor, Rajendra Agricultural University, Pusa and now Deputy Director General (Horticullture), ICAR.He has also served international organizations like the Chairman of APCC, Jakarta, National Director for internationally-aided projects and Chairperson of Steering Committee of BAPNET of Bioversity International and implemented various international programmes. Besides, excellent academic record, Dr. Singh has contributed to research and agricultural education which ha earned him three international, twenty one national awards and five fellowships including the Fellow of NAAS. He has developed many cultivars and technologies which has shaped the horticulture. Recognising his immense contribution, OUAT, Bhubaneshwar, has conferred D.Sc. last year.Dr. Singh is the architect of Mission mode approach for horticultural development, starting from planning to execution which ahs been due to his insight. He has provided to horticulture and is credited to have authored and edited 39 books and 30 bulletins, besides 175 research papers. He has widely traveled in India and abroad. His efforts have provided a strong foundation for horticulture development, leading to Golden Revolution in the country.