Nanotechnology-based controlled release of sustainable fertilizers. A review

The rising population is increasing food demand, yet actual crop production is limited by the poor efficiency of classical fertilizers. In particular, only about 40–60% of fertilizer nitrogen, 15–20% of phosphorus and 50–60% of potassium are used by crop plants, the rest ending polluting the environment. Nanofertilizers are promising alternatives. Here, we review plant nutrients, synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles, encapsulation of nanoparticles in fertilizers, and effect on plants.

     

Occurrence,impact, toxicity,and degradation methods of microplastics in environment—a review

Environmental Science and Pollution Research - Microplastic defines as a tiny plastic particle that has a size of less than 5 mm and is ubiquitous in the environment. Due to the tiny size,...     

Application of ensemble machine learning model in downscaling and projecting climate variables over different climate regions in Iran

Environmental Science and Pollution Research - This study evaluates the future climate fluctuations in Iran’s eight major climate regions (G1–G8). Synoptic data for the period...     

Integrated application of plant bioregulator and micronutrients improves crop physiology,productivity and grain biofortification of delayed sown wheat

Environmental Science and Pollution Research - Delay sowing of wheat is a common problem in Punjab that exacerbates serious yield loss. To reduce yield loss and improve yield, different...