Nanotechnology is believed to be the next great revolution in biology,
medicine, and agriculture. This new volume, Biogenic Nanomaterials:
Structural Properties and Functional Applications, explores that trend
by providing in a global way updated information on the use and
applications of nanobiotechnology, starting from a careful
characterization and introduction to the various uses of nanoparticles
and nanomaterials, their nanomechanical properties in bacteria, and
biomedical applications.
The book goes on to present nanobiotechnology applications in targeted
therapy for multiple pathologies, such as cancer, obstructive pulmonary
diseases, chronic infectious diseases, as well as its impact on the
modulation of the intestinal microbiota.
A special emphasis is also given to the potential of nanobiotechnology
in terms of promoting sustainability, such as the ability to improve
plant systems in terms of tissue culture, its added value in the
transfer of macromolecules to plants, and also in triggering the
sustainable exploitation of agriculture, forestry, and food residues,
ultimately promoting green nanotechnology.
This book offers a unique perspective and overview of the influences of
nanobiotechnology researchers and scientists. It delivers an important
resource for existing applications and imminent developments of
nanobiotechnology.
