Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials in the Agri-Food Industries

<p>Section 1. Recent trends in synthesis and application of nanomaterials for agri-food industries<br>1. Green nanomaterials as sustainable alternatives in the agri-food industries<br>2. Synthesis, properties, and advances in the application of biodegradable nanomaterials and composites</p> <p>Section 2. Applications of engineered nanomaterials in agro-industries<br>3. Nanostructures for crop production and protection<br>4. Nanostructures as delivery vehicles for pesticides, herbicides, growth hormones, fertilizers, and nutrients<br>5. Nanosensors for contaminants and pathogen detection <br>6. Nanostructures for nanobionics and genetic engineering in plants</p> <p>Section 3. Applications of engineered nanomaterials in food processing industries<br>7. Nanostructures for active food packaging and preservation<br>8. Smart nanomaterials in food formulations and enhancing the bioavailability of nutrients and nutraceuticals<br>9. Nanoscale additives and freshness indicators, nanocoatings, nanofilms, nanoemulsions<br>10. Nanosensors for food quality and detection of pathogens, chemicals, and pesticides </p> <p>Section 4. Issues related to the application of nanostructures and nanodevices<br>11. The global market of nanostructures in agri-food industries<br>12. Uncertainties, photo-toxicity, health impacts and environmental concerns of nanomaterials in food industry<br>13. Intellectual property and socio-economic issues in nanotechnology for the agri-food industries</p> <p>Section 5. Policy implications and future research directions for the development of smart nanoarchitecture<br>14. Safety and regulatory policies for the application of nanomaterials in the agri-food industry<br>15. Legislative and ethical components for application of nanomaterials in the agri-food industry<br>16. Future perspective, challenges, and opportunities for the development of smart -nanoarchitecture in agri-food industries </p>