Biogenic Nanoparticles

Dr. Vishnu D. Rajput is a Researcher in the Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, Russia. He has 12 years of research experiences in the field of environmental pollution especially on PAHs, priority heavy metals and metallic nanoparticles, and their impacts on plant performance, soil microbial functionalities and plant-microbe-interactions. He earned his doctorate degree from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China. He has published 49 peer reviewed research articles, 1 book and 8 book chapters. Dr. Rajput recently received “Highly Qualified Specialist” Status by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation and Southern Federal University, Russia. Abhishek Singh is a researcher at Yerevan State University in the Republic of Armenia. He possesses a strong educational background in agriculture and biotechnology, having obtained a Ph.D. from the esteemed Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology in Meerut, UP, India, as well as an Integrated MSc in Biotechnology with a specialization in Plant studies from the prestigious Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology, and Sciences in Allahabad, India. His current research focuses on studying the effects of salinity stress on various aspects of plants, including physio-biochemical characteristics, morphology, anatomy, ultrastructure of cellular and subcellular organelles, and DNA, RNA, and protein damage. Additionally, he investigates the bioaccumulation, uptake, translocation, and toxic effects of metallic nanoparticles on plants. Understanding "how nanoparticles interact with plants, soil, and the physio-biochemical, genomics, NanoOmics responses for sustainable agriculture" is a crucial area of agricultural science research, and Dr. Singh has provided significant insights in this domain. Dr. Singh has an impressive publication record, with 25 full-length articles, 10 books, 30 chapters (all available in the Scopus database), and 6 articles presented at scientific conferences. Moreover, he has contributed over 30 agriculture-related articles to various magazines, resulting in a total of 74 scientific publications. He is actively involved in peer review for reputable publications globally, earning a certificate as a peer reviewer from Springer, among others. Furthermore, he serves on the editorial boards of numerous journals and societies. In recognition of his accomplishments, the state government of Uttar Pradesh, India, honored Dr. Abhishek Singh with the "Appreciation Award 2021." Dr. Karen Ghazaryan is a distinguished academic figure, currently holding the esteemed position of Deputy Dean at the prestigious Faculty of Biology, Yerevan State University. With a remarkable 16-year journey in the realm of scientific research, he has carved an illustrious path in multiple domains, making significant contributions to the fields of Soil Ecology, Water Resources Monitoring and Management, Climate Change and its Environmental Consequences, Ecological Management of the Environment, Ecological Evaluation of the Environment, and Biodiversity Protection. His profound expertise is reflected in an impressive portfolio of more than 96 scientific research articles, a testament to his dedication and relentless pursuit of advancing knowledge and understanding in his areas of interest. Dr. Ghazaryan scholarly accomplishments extend to the realm of authoring influential books, further cementing his position as a thought leader and authority in his field. Apart from his scholarly achievements, Dr. Ghazaryan actively contributes to the progress of scientific publishing as an esteemed member of various editorial boards of peer-reviewed journals. His commitment to advancing research and fostering academic excellence has made a lasting impact on the scientific community, and his invaluable insights continue to shape the landscape of environmental sciences. Dr. Ghazaryan exemplary career, unwavering dedication, and remarkable contributions to academia make him an outstanding and respected figure in the realm of Soil Ecology and Environmental Sciences. His profound commitment to advancing knowledge and preserving the planet's ecological balance serves as an inspiration to aspiring researchers and scientists worldwide. Prof. Dr. Athanasios Alexiou holds a BSc in Applied Mathematics from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics Algorithms and Mathematical Modeling in Biology, and completed a two-year Postdoc Research Fellowship in Neuroinformatics Applications from the Ionian University. He currently collaborates with research teams from King Abdulaziz University (Saudi Arabia) and the University of Sharjah (United Arab Emirates). Additionally, he serves as a Faculty Member at the Department of Science and Engineering at the Novel Global Community Education Foundation (an Educational platform registered in Australia) and as a senior researcher at the AFNP Med Company in Austria.Dr. Alexiou's primary research interests lie in the field of Computational Biomedicine. His work involves developing innovative mathematical models and algorithms for neurodegenerative diseases, creating prognostic Bayesian tools for Alzheimer's disease, identifying molecular mechanisms of infectious diseases, particularly the SARS-CoV-2 virus, and exploring the ethical implications of scientific research.He holds prestigious roles in academia, including serving as an Associate Editor in esteemed journals like Frontiers in Genetics and Pharmacology in the Section of ELSI, as well as Frontiers in Neuroscience and Psychology Journals. Dr. Alexiou is also a Section Editor in the Current Alzheimer Research Bentham Science journal, an Associate Editor in The Open Public Health Journal and the Infectious Medicine Elsevier Journal, and a Guest Editor in the Biomedicines MDPI journal and the Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity Hindawi Journal. With approximately 200 peer-reviewed scientific papers, chapters, and books published in high-impact publications, along with four patents to his name, he is recognized as an accomplished researcher.Moreover, Dr. Alexiou has edited several books published by reputable publishing houses, delivered numerous talks and presentations in international conferences and workshops, and actively participates in various international funded programs. He is also a valued member of several scientific and program committees for conferences and serves as a Reviewer and Editorial Board Member for esteemed international journals. With over 20 years of experience in mentoring and education, he has taught Computer Science and Theory of Algorithms for the Hellenic Ministry of Education. His biography was featured in the 33rd Marquis Who’s Who International Edition in 2016. Dr. Tatiana Minkina is the Head of Soil Science and Land Evaluation Department of Southern Federal University, Russia. Her areas of scientific interest are soil science, biogeochemistry of trace elements, environmental soil chemistry and soil monitoring. In 2015, she was awarded a Diploma of the Ministry of Education and Science for many years of long-term work for the development and improvement of the educational process and significant contribution to the training of highly qualified specialists. She is a member of the International Committee on Contamination Land; Eurasian Soil Science Societies; the International Committee on Protection of the Environment; and the International Scientific Committee of the International Conferences on Biogeochemistry of Trace Elements. She has 389 scientific publications published in English and is the editor of an Open Access Journal by MDPI “Water.”

• Section I: Biogenic Nanomaterials - Formation, Characterization, and Fate1. A Comprehensive Introduction on Biogenic Nanoparticles: Fabrication, Implementation and Environmental Concern2. Recent Update on Tools and Techniques for Characterization of Biogenic Nanomaterials3. Foliar and Soil Application Dynamics: Investigating the Transport and Mechanism of Biogenic Nanoparticles in the Plants TissuesSection II: Interaction of Biogenic Nanomaterials and the Environment4. Biogenic Nanomaterials in Soil and Water Ecosystems: Evaluating Interactions – Unraveling Pros and Cons5. Mitigating Drought Stress: Biogenic Nanoparticles in Agriculture and their Interaction with the Environmental Component6. Salinity Stress: Exploring Interaction of Biogenic Nanoparticles in the Context of Salinity Stress and Impact on Plant Growth7. Metal Resilience: Biogenic Nanomaterials and Interaction with Heavy Metal Stress8. Flood Resilience: Biogenic Nanoparticles and Interaction in Agricultural and Environmental Adaptation9. Adaptation and Resilience: Plants and Microorganisms Responding to Biogenic Nanomaterials10. Aquatic Enigmas: Tracing the Fate and Effects of Biogenic Nanoparticles in Aquatic Ecosystems11. Navigating the Nano-Fields: Risks and Sustainable Solutions of Nanoparticle Accumulation in Cereal CropsSection III: Human Health Effects of Biogenic Nanomaterials13. Environmental and Agricultural Exposure Pathways: Nano-Particles in the Air, Soil, and Crops - Contact Perspectives14. Exploring Positive Health Effects and Knowledge Gaps of Biogenic Nanoparticles15. Holistic Perspectives on Human and Environmental Exposure to Nanoparticles: Cardiovascular and Neurological Impacts, Inhalation, Ingestion, and Dermal Contact InsightsSection IV: Safety Regulations Policies and Future Concerns of Biogenic Nanomaterials16. Regulatory Landscapes in Nanotechnology: Navigating the Complex Pathways of Biogenic Nanoparticle Oversight17. Beyond Science: Ethical and Societal Considerations in the Era of Biogenic Nanoparticles18. Journey to the Nanoscale Frontier: Emerging Paradigms and Uncharted Territories in Biogenic Nanoparticle Research19. Realistic Application of Biogenic Nanoparticles: Future Perspectives and Myth