➀ Researchers from the University of Glasgow and other institutions have developed compostable smart sensors to improve sustainability in digital agriculture.
➁ These sensors consist of a biodegradable patch and a reusable electronic module, reducing environmental impact by up to 79% over five years compared to traditional sensors.
➂ The sensors can monitor soil pH levels and detect harmful substances like ethephon, contributing to optimized crop production with minimal environmental harm.
➀ According to a recent study, UNSW scientists are investigating nanomedicine to develop more affordable and environmentally friendly agrichemicals.
➁ Dr. Cong Vu, from the School of Chemistry at UNSW, realized that the nanoparticles created for delivering medications to cancer cells could also be used to encapsulate pesticides for farmers.
➂ Dr. Vu founded NanoSoils Bio to develop more affordable nano-agrochemicals using knowledge from nanomedicine.
➀ Researchers from SMART DiSTAP have developed a groundbreaking near-infrared (NIR) fluorescent nanosensor for real-time iron detection in plants;
➁ The sensor can differentiate between Fe(II) and Fe(III) and monitor iron uptake and transport in real-time;
➂ This technology could lead to more sustainable agriculture and improved crop health.
➀ A recent study investigates the use of graphene oxide (GO) as a seed coating to enhance maize seedling growth;
➁ The study found that GO seed coatings significantly improved maize seedling growth, with notable increases in root length;
➂ The findings suggest potential applications in agriculture, particularly in suboptimal growing conditions.
➀ IG Drones, founded in 2018 by Om Prakash and Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya, specializes in defense, industrial, agricultural, and skilling applications.
➁ The company's products include the Jaga for industrial surveillance, the Kisan for agricultural spraying, and the Delta 400 and Skyhawk VTOL for defense purposes.
➂ IG Drones also offers anti-drone systems and is increasing R&D efforts to develop medium- and high-altitude drones and unmanned surface vehicles.
