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harnessing nuclear technologies for a resilient food system and clean environment
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This groundbreaking guide delves into the innovative use of nuclear technologies to revolutionize global food systems and foster environmental sustainability. It explores new avenues within nuclear science, especially its contribution to reshaping agriculture, enhancing food security, and mitigating environmental challenges. Through innovative case studies and success stories, the chapters in this book examine nuclear applications ranging from radiochemistry in soil and crop management to radiation-based pest control.The key themes highlighted in this book include the utilization of nuclear isotopes for soil fertility and water management, crop breeding for environmental resilience, and irradiation applications to ensure food security. Readers will gain innovative insights into how nuclear technologies can enhance agricultural productivity, reduce waste, and restore contaminated environments. Each chapter blends theoretical concepts with real-world applications, emphasizing practical knowledge to address global food insecurity and environmental degradation.This is an essential resource for agricultural scientists, environmental researchers, policymakers, and students passionate about sustainable agriculture and conservation. It is equally valuable for nuclear industry professionals, educators, and anyone curious about how advanced technologies can create a greener, more resilient world.
1. Nuclear Science in Agriculture and Environmental Sustainability: Applications in Food Security and Ecosystem Protection 2. Radiochemistry at the Soil-Crop Interface: Innovations for Modern Agriculture 3. Harnessing the Role of Nuclear Science for Sustainable Agriculture 4. Mutation Breeding for Climate-Resilient Crops 5. Food Safety and Preservation through Radiation Technology 6. Beyond Conventional Preservation: Principles, Applications, and Global Prospects of Radiation Technology 7. Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) and Other Radiation-Based Pest Management 8. Mitigating Radiocesium and Radiostrontium Uptake in Crops Using Potassium-Based Fertilization 9. The Role of Nuclear Energy in Sustainable Agriculture 10. Integrating Nuclear Techniques and Mentorship for Environmental Sustainability 11. Future Prospects of Nuclear Science in Food Security and Environmental Conservation.
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edited by Muhammad Mahran Aslam and Liu Yibao.