Chitosan-coated mesoporous silica nanoparticles for disease suppression in soybeans
A novel method of applying chitosan-coated silica nanoparticles to soybeans for disease suppression, improved health, and enhanced nutrition.
Technology No. 2024-181
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IP Status: US Patent Pending
Validated in greenhouse and field trials
Applications
- Disease management
- Crop biofortification
Technology Overview
Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS), caused by Fusarium virguliforme, is a major threat to soybean yields, and current management strategies like fungicides and crop rotation have shown limited success. Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed a novel method for applying chitosan-coated mesoporous silica nanoparticles to soybeans, using either seed or foliar treatments to enhance disease resistance, plant health, and micronutrient content. This nanoparticle-based approach provides an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional treatments while also promoting sustainable agriculture and food security.
Phase of Development
TRL: 5-6Validated in greenhouse and field trials
Desired Partnerships
This technology is now available for:- License
- Sponsored research
- Co-development
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Researchers
- Christy Haynes, PhD Distinguished McKnight University Professor, Department of Chemistry
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- Tana L. O’Keefe, Chaoyi Deng, Yi Wang, Sharmaka Mohamud, Andres Torres-Gómez, Beza Tuga, Cheng-Hsin Huang, Wilanyi R. Alvarez Reyes, Jason C. White, Christy L. Haynes (2024), Chitosan-Coated Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles for Suppression of Fusarium virguliforme in Soybeans (Glycine max), ACS Agricultural Science & Technology, 4, 580–592
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