Renato D. Matosinhos

in Cotutelle (Federal University of Santa Catarina – Florianópolis, Brazil)

INNOVATIVE BIOACTIVE GLASS NANOPARTICLES CONTAINING ORGANIC COMPOUNDS: SYNTHESIS, AND EVALUATION FOR BIOMEDICAL AND AGRICULTURAL APPLICATIONS

 

Supervisors: Prof. Aldo R: Boccaccini (FAU), Prof. Cristiano J. de Andrade (UFSC), and Prof. Hállen D. R. Calado (UFMG)

Population growth, resource scarcity, climate change, and the high incidence of diseases necessitate technological innovations, such as fertilizers, pesticides, and genetically modified crops, to ensure global agricultural sustainability. By 2050, food production will need to increase by 70% to meet the demands of a population exceeding 9 billion, while also addressing the challenges posed by global warming [1]. In this context, nanotechnology emerges as a promising solution, with the potential to revitalize the agricultural and food industries and improve the livelihoods of resource-limited populations [2]. The study investigates the synthesis of bioactive glass (BG) nanoparticles incorporating Mn and biological active compounds for biomedical and agricultural applications. Produced via the sol-gel process, BG nanoparticles exhibit osteoconductive properties, enable controlled therapeutic agent release. Organic compounds can be selected to enhance these nanoparticles with antimicrobial, antifungal, and biostimulant properties, addressing challenges in healthcare and agriculture. The research examines the physicochemical and bioactive properties of BG nanoparticles enriched with organic compounds, highlighting their potential to enhance human health and agricultural sustainability. The study aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, promoting innovative solutions for global challenges.

[1]Yadav, N., Kumar, V., Kumar, A., Singh, J., 2023. Recent advances in nanotechnology for the improvement of conventional agricultural systems_ A review. Plant Nano Biology 4, 100032.

[2]Kumar, S., Yadav, S., Kataria, N., Kumar, A., Seema, C., Renuka, J., 2023. Recent Advancement in Nanotechnology for the Treatment of Pharmaceutical Wastewater: Sources , Toxicity , and Remediation Technology. Curr Pollut Rep 9, 110–142