Antifungal activity of nano emulsions of neem and citronella oils against phytopathogenic fungi, Rhizoctonia solani and Sclerotium rolfsii

Ali, Eisa Osman Mohamed; Shakil, Najam A.; Rana, Virendra Singh; Sarkar, Dhruba Jyoti; Majumder, Sujan; Kaushik, Parshant; Singh, Braj Bhushan; Kumar, Jitendra

doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2017.06.061

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“…Numerous reviews have compared AI nanoemulsions and nanodispersions to the respective traditional commercial micro‐formulations, and many others have considered their technological properties or fabrication methods. Many studies have also been carried out to improve the effectiveness of natural agrochemicals by using these approaches . This being an enormous field of research, only several examples have been discussed.…”

Section: Nanomaterials In Agriculturementioning

confidence: 99%

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Safe nanotechnologies for increasing the effectiveness of environmentally friendly natural agrochemicals

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Miguel-Rojas

Pérez‐de‐Luque

2019

Pest Management Science

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Natural compounds and living organisms continue to play a limited role in crop protection, and few of them have reached the market, despite their attractiveness and the efforts made in research. Very often these products have negative characteristics compared to synthetic compounds, e.g., higher costs of production, lower effectiveness, lack of persistence, and inability to reach and penetrate the target plant. Conversely, nanotechnologies are having an enormous impact on all human activities, including agriculture, even if the production of some nanomaterials is not environmentally friendly or could have adverse effects on agriculture and the environment. Thus, certain nanomaterials could facilitate the development of formulated natural pesticides, making them more effective and more environmentally friendly. Nanoformulations can improve efficacy, reduce effective doses, and increase shelf‐life and persistence. Such controlled‐release products can improve delivery to the target pest. This review considers certain available nanomaterials and nanotechnologies for use in agriculture, discussing their properties and the feasibility of their use in sustainable crop protection, in particular, in improving the effectiveness of natural bio‐based agrochemicals. © 2019 Society of Chemical Industry

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Section: Nanomaterials In Agriculturementioning

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“…Many studies have also been carried out to improve the effectiveness of natural agrochemicals by using these approaches. [51][52][53] This being an enormous field of research, only several examples have been discussed.…”

Section: Nanoemulsions and Nanodispersionsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Safe nanotechnologies for increasing the effectiveness of environmentally friendly natural agrochemicals

Vurro

Miguel-Rojas

Pérez‐de‐Luque

2019

Pest Management Science

119

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“…Plant essential oils may provide potential alternatives to currently used phytopathogenic fungi control agents, as a rich source of bioactive components. Many essential oils such as Thymus vulgaris oil [8,11], Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) oil [12], clove oil [11,13,14], cinnamon oil [11,15], manuka oil [11,16], and citronella oils [17] have been reported to exhibit antifungal activities. Radwan et al [14] studied the effect of thyme, clove, and cinnamon essential oils on Candida albicans and Aspergillus species.…”

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“…It should be noted that apart from the active substances themselves, also the form of their carriers plays an important role in the efficiency of such products. Therefore, the development of bio-based nanomaterials, which are effective, safe, and environmentally friendly, is very important [17,25]. Among other substances, nanoemulsions have many advantages.…”

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Nanoformulations as a modern form of biofungicide

Miastkowska

Michalczyk

Figacz

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J Environ Health Sci Engineer

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Purpose The aim of this study was to elaborate new forms of biofungicide formulations which could increase biological activity of essential oil against various strains of pathogenic fungi of plants, dermatophytes, and molds. Methods The nanoemulsions containing four various essential oils (cinnamon, thyme, manuka, and tea tree oil) were obtained by using the low-energy (PIC) and the high-energy emulsification methods (ultrasonification). The physicochemical properties and activity of prepared systems against strains of pathogenic fungi of plants (F. culmorum, Ph. cactorum), dermatophytes (T. mentagrophytes M. gypseum) and molds (S. brevicaulis, A. niger) were examined. Fungicidal activity was tested by the method of linear growth of mycelium on an agar medium. Macroemulsions containing the oils and the pure essential oils were used as comparative samples.Results It was found that nanoemulsions prepared by ultrasonification showed excellent fungicidal activity compared to pure oils and macroemulsions. Among others, the manuka oil nanoformulations showed the highest activity against the tested fungi. Conclusions Nanoemulsions can be applied as the effective carriers of essential oils. They allow the reduction of the concentration of the bioactive oils while maintaining biological activity. The obtained nanosystems can be applied as safe, biodegradable, eco-friendly antifungal products in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and agrochemical industries as they increase the biological activity of the tested oils against various type of fungi.

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Current Status and Advancement of Biopesticides from Essential Oil for Agriculture, Food Storage, and Household Applications

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Antifungal activity of nano emulsions of neem and citronella oils against phytopathogenic fungi, Rhizoctonia solani and Sclerotium rolfsii

Cited by 142 publications

References 30 publications

Safe nanotechnologies for increasing the effectiveness of environmentally friendly natural agrochemicals

Safe nanotechnologies for increasing the effectiveness of environmentally friendly natural agrochemicals

Nanoformulations as a modern form of biofungicide

Current Status and Advancement of Biopesticides from Essential Oil for Agriculture, Food Storage, and Household Applications

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