Nanoparticles applied to plant science: A review

• Published in: Talanta (Oxford) Vol. 131; pp. 693 - 705
• Main Authors: Capaldi Arruda, Sandra Cristina, Diniz Silva, Alisson Luiz, Moretto Galazzi, Rodrigo, Antunes Azevedo, Ricardo, Zezzi Arruda, Marco Aurélio
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Netherlands Elsevier B.V 01-01-2015
• Subjects: Analytical techniques; Biodegradation, Environmental; Biotechnology - methods; Characterization; Consolidation; Mathematical analysis; Nanoparticles; Nanoparticles - chemistry; Phytoremediation; Plant Physiological Phenomena; Plants - chemistry; Sensing; Supplying; Synthesis; Toxicity; Trends; Characterization; Analytical techniques; Sensing; Synthesis; Toxicity; Phytoremediation
• ISSN: 0039-9140; 1873-3573
• DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2014.08.050

The present review addresses certain important aspects regarding nanoparticles and the environment, with an emphasis on plant science. The production and characterization of nanoparticles is the focus of this review, providing an idea of the range and the consolidation of these aspects in the literature, with modifications on the routes of synthesis and the application of the analytical techniques for characterization of the nanoparticles (NPs). Additionally, aspects related to the interaction between the NPs and plants, their toxicities, and the phytoremediation process, among others, are also discussed. Future trends are also presented, supplying evidence for certain possibilities regarding new research involving nanoparticles and plants.
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•Production and characterization of nanoparticles are emphasized in plant science.•Different techniques are described for nanoparticles characterization.•Interactions between nanoparticles and plants are focused.•Aspects such as toxicicity and phytoremediaton due to nanoparticles are discussed.•Some research trends are proposed.