Innovations in Green Nanoscience and Nanotechnology: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications

This book discusses how greener synthetic pathways are amenable and productive for the synthesis of novel nanomaterials. It furthers the integration of advances in green nanoscience and nanotechnology, including pathways dedicated to the design, development, and fabrication of a range of products and devices. Topics such as green nanotechnology for advanced energy systems, sustainable delivery systems, medicine, agri-nanotechnology for sustainable agriculture, nanotechnology in crop protection, and nanotechnology for soil conservation are included.

FEATURES

• Provides a holistic view of green nanotechnology and its applications
• Places an emphasis on synthesis, characterization, and applications of green nanomaterials
• Discusses the development of innovative green synthetic pathways to produce novel biomaterials
• Includes characterization tools used in the material synthesis via green synthetic pathways
• Advocates green nanotechnology solutions for sustainability and energy

This book is aimed at researchers and professionals in nanotechnology, green chemistry, and chemical engineering.

Shrikaant Kulkarni, PhD, is currently an Adjunct Professor in Science & Technology department, Vishwakarma University, Pune, India. Dr. Kulkarni is an academician and researcher for 39 years Dr. Kulkarni has delivered invited lectures conducted sessions at national and international conferences as well as faculty development programs. He worked as a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering, Padm. Dr. V. B. Kolte College of Engineering, Malkapur (M.S.), India. He has been teaching subjects such as engineering chemistry, green chemistry, nanotechnology, analytical chemistry, catalysis, chemical engineering materials, industrial organization, and management, to name a few. He has published over 100 research papers in national and international journals and conferences. He has authored 36 book chapters in CRC, Springer Nature, CRC, AAP press, Elsevier, Wiley, IET books. He has edited five books in green engineering and Green Nanoscience & Nanotechnology published by Apple Academic Press/CRC Press. Another three books are in the offing. He authored four textbooks too and worked as a resource person for many national and international events. Dr. Kulkarni possesses M.Sc., M.Phil. and Ph.D. in Chemistry apart from Master degrees in Economics, Business Management and Political Science. He has expertise in the field of Material Science, Green Chemistry & Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Green Nanoscience & Nanotechnology.