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Nanomaterials for Plant Disease Diagnosis and Treatment: A Review

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Scientists are developing tiny particles called nanomaterials to fight plant diseases caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, and worms. These nanoparticles can detect infections quickly and treat diseases more effectively than traditional pesticides, while reducing harmful environmental impacts. The technology shows promise for safer, more sustainable farming that could help feed a growing global population.

Photoregulation of the biosynthetic activity of fungus Inonotus obliquus using colloidal solutions of biogenic metal nanoparticles and low-intensity laser radiation

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Scientists studied how to enhance the medicinal properties of chaga mushroom using tiny metal particles and laser light. They found that adding silver, iron, or magnesium nanoparticles to growing mushroom cultures increased biomass production. When combined with laser treatment, these nanoparticles dramatically boosted the production of beneficial compounds like polysaccharides, flavonoids, and melanin pigments that have health benefits including antioxidant and immune-boosting properties.

Leveraging polysaccharide-derived nanocarriers to open new horizons in oral vaccine activation

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Oral vaccines are easier to administer than injections, but the stomach’s harsh environment destroys them before they work. Scientists are developing special nanocarrier particles made from natural plant materials, especially those used in traditional Chinese medicine, that protect vaccine ingredients and trigger stronger immune responses in the gut. These carriers work like protective vehicles that deliver vaccines safely to immune cells in the intestines, potentially revolutionizing how we vaccinate people worldwide.

Green Myco-Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Cortinarius sp.: Hepatoprotective, Antimicrobial, and Antioxidant Potential for Biomedical Applications

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Researchers used mushroom extracts to create tiny zinc oxide particles in an environmentally friendly way. These nanoparticles were tested in mice with liver damage and showed significant protective effects. The particles also demonstrated strong abilities to fight bacteria and fungal infections while acting as powerful antioxidants, suggesting potential use in future medical treatments.

Harnessing Aspergillus fumigatus for Sustainable Development: Biotechnological and Industrial Relevance

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Aspergillus fumigatus is a fungus commonly known for causing lung infections, but scientists have discovered it can be harnessed for environmentally friendly industrial processes. This fungus produces powerful enzymes useful in making biofuels, detergents, and textiles, and can even create tiny nanoparticles with antibacterial properties. By leveraging these capabilities while developing safer strains through genetic engineering, this fungus could play a major role in sustainable development and circular economy initiatives.

Nanoencapsulation of Biotics: Feasibility to Enhance Stability and Delivery for Improved Gut Health

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This review explores how tiny nanoparticles can protect beneficial bacteria and dietary compounds as they travel through the digestive system. These nanotechnologies help probiotics survive stomach acid and reach the intestines where they provide health benefits. The research shows promising results for treating digestive diseases and improving overall gut health through better delivery of microbiota-modulating substances.

Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using fermentation extracts from a mangrove soil bacterium: morphological characterization, and antifungal activities against rice blast fungus

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Researchers developed tiny silver particles made from bacteria found in mangrove soil that effectively kill the fungus causing rice blast disease. These nanoparticles work better than current chemical fungicides and are much safer for the environment and aquatic life. The particles stop the fungus from growing and spreading in rice plants, offering farmers a sustainable alternative to traditional chemical pesticides.

Synthesis of silver nanoparticles employing Polyalthia longifolia leaf extract and their in vitro antifungal activity against phytopathogen

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Scientists successfully created tiny silver particles using leaves from the Polyalthia longifolia plant, an evergreen tree native to India. These silver nanoparticles proved highly effective at stopping the growth of Alternaria alternata, a fungus that damages crops and causes leaf spot disease. The method is inexpensive, environmentally friendly, and the particles remain stable for months, making them a promising natural alternative to chemical fungicides for protecting plants.

Biomimetic Nanotechnology Vol. 3

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Scientists are developing new technologies inspired by nature at extremely small scales to solve real-world problems. This collection showcases five innovative studies using mushrooms and plants to create nanoparticles, developing new treatments for heart disease, and creating smart materials that can detect harmful chemicals. These nature-inspired approaches are often safer, more sustainable, and more effective than traditional methods.

Antifungal Efficacy of Luliconazole-Loaded Nanostructured Lipid-Carrier Gel in an Animal Model of Dermatophytosis

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Researchers developed a new antifungal gel containing luliconazole loaded into tiny lipid nanoparticles to treat stubborn fungal skin infections caused by Trichophyton indotineae that resist standard terbinafine treatment. Testing in guinea pigs showed this new nanoformulation penetrated skin better and cleared infections faster (21 days) compared to regular luliconazole gel (28 days) and terbinafine-treated animals. The nanoparticle delivery system improved the drug’s ability to reach infected skin layers and showed no harmful side effects, offering promise for treating resistant fungal infections in patients.

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