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Submit a ProposalNanoformulations for Agricultural Applications
 | Edited by Radhakrishnan E.K, Aswani R, and Visakh. P. M
Copyright: 2025 | Expected Pub Date:2025/03/30 ISBN: 9781119819097 | Hardcover | 356 pages |
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This book is a comprehensive guide to nanoformulations revolutionizing agriculture, enhancing sustainability, and advancing agrochemical applications.
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This book is aimed at researchers, engineers and scientists working in agrochemicals, crops, soil, biotechnology (chemistry), microbiology, nano-chemistry/technology/materials/formulations in agriculture applications.
This book is aimed at researchers, engineers and scientists working in agrochemicals, crops, soil, biotechnology (chemistry), microbiology, nano-chemistry/technology/materials/formulations in agriculture applications.
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This book examines state-of-the-art research, emerging challenges, and new opportunities in the field of nanoformulations for agriculture applications. Detailed discussions include the development and use of nanopesticides, nanoformulations for promoting plant growth, and nanotechnology for effective crop disease management. Furthermore, it covers recent trends in the design and production of nano-based formulations and nanocarriers for the efficient delivery of agrochemicals.
The book is divided into three sections. The first section introduces readers to agricultural applications and methods for nanoparticle synthesis, their applications, and types of biomasses. It examines the benefits of agriculture and the role of nanotechnology in the agriculture sector. The second section focuses on nanoformulations for plant growth promotion. It covers topics on types of nanoparticles, synthesis methods of nanoparticles, and applications of nanoparticles in the agricultural field. The third section discusses trends, various other applications, and the benefits of using nanocarriers in agriculture.
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This book examines state-of-the-art research, emerging challenges, and new opportunities in the field of nanoformulations for agriculture applications. Detailed discussions include the development and use of nanopesticides, nanoformulations for promoting plant growth, and nanotechnology for effective crop disease management. Furthermore, it covers recent trends in the design and production of nano-based formulations and nanocarriers for the efficient delivery of agrochemicals.
The book is divided into three sections. The first section introduces readers to agricultural applications and methods for nanoparticle synthesis, their applications, and types of biomasses. It examines the benefits of agriculture and the role of nanotechnology in the agriculture sector. The second section focuses on nanoformulations for plant growth promotion. It covers topics on types of nanoparticles, synthesis methods of nanoparticles, and applications of nanoparticles in the agricultural field. The third section discusses trends, various other applications, and the benefits of using nanocarriers in agriculture.
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Author / Editor Details
Radhakrishnan E.K., PhD, is an associate professor at the School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, India. During his 14 years of research, he has published over 150 research publications, 55 book chapters, and edited about 15 books. His research focuses on developing polymer-based nanocomposites with antimicrobial effects for food packaging and medical applications.
Radhakrishnan E.K., PhD, is an associate professor at the School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, India. During his 14 years of research, he has published over 150 research publications, 55 book chapters, and edited about 15 books. His research focuses on developing polymer-based nanocomposites with antimicrobial effects for food packaging and medical applications.
Aswani R. is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in microbiology at the School of Biosciences of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, India. Her areas of research is biocontrol mechanisms, the induction of plant defense responses by endophytic microorganisms, and the applications of nanotechnology-based methods in post-harvest protection.
Visakh. P. M., PhD, is a research associate in the Department of Chemical Oceanography, School of Marine Sciences, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Cochin, Kerala, India. He is a prolific editor with over 40 published books, 20 journal publications, 4 reviews, and more than 45 book chapters.
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Table of Contents
Preface
1. Nanoformulations for Agricultural Applications: State-of-the-Art, New Challenges, and Opportunities
Aswani R., Radhakrishnan E.K. and Visakh P. M.
1.1 Synthesis and Fabrication of Green Nanoparticles
1.2 Biomass-Derived Nanoparticles and Their Applications: Sensing, Catalytic, Biomedical, and Environmental
1.3 Synthesis and Application of Nanopesticides
1.4 Nanoformulation for Plant Growth Promotion
1.5 Nanotechnology in Crop Disease Management
1.6 Application of Nanofertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture: Advantages and Future Prospects
1.7 Biodegradable Bionanocomposites in Agriculture Applications
1.8 Advances and Applications of Nanotechnology in Agriculture
1.9 Recent Trends in Designing and Production of Nano-Based Formulations
1.10 Nanocarriers for the Effective Application of Agrochemicals
References
2. Synthesis and Fabrication of Green Nanoparticles
Anupama R. Prasad, Mathew Kuruvilla and Abraham Joseph
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Synthesis of Nanoparticles
2.2.1 Physicochemical Methods
2.2.2 Biological Methods
2.3 Green Methods for Nanoparticle Synthesis
2.4 Synthesis Using Microorganisms
2.4.1 Bacteria-Mediated Synthesis
2.4.2 Fungi-Mediated Synthesis
2.4.3 Synthesis Using Actinomycetes
2.4.4 Synthesis Using Yeast
2.4.5 Algae-Mediated Synthesis
2.5 Synthesis Using Plant Extracts
2.6 Fabrication Using Bimolecular Templates
2.7 Factors Affecting Production of Nanoparticles
2.8 Conclusion
References
3. Biomass-Derived Nanoparticles and Their Applications: Sensing, Catalytic, Biomedical, and Environmental
Suprita Naik, Chhaya S. Panse and Aniruddha B. Patil
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Biomass and the Derived Nanoparticles
3.2.1 Types of Biomass
3.2.2 Type of Methods for Biomass-Assisted Nanoparticles Synthesis
3.2.3 Type of NPs Derived From Biomass
3.3 Applications
3.3.1 Sensing
3.3.2 Catalytic
3.3.3 Biomedical
3.3.4 Environmental
3.4 Conclusion
References
4. Synthesis and Application of Nanopesticides
Harish Kumar Neetu Kumari and Ankita Yadav
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Need of Agriculture
4.2.1 Agriculture Effects on Global Warming
4.2.2 Agriculture Affects Biodiversity
4.2.3 Agriculture Affects Water Quality
4.3 Benefits of Agriculture to the Pharmaceutical Field
4.4 Agriculture Help in Pollination
4.5 The Challenge to the Agriculture Industry
4.6 The Role of Nanotechnology in Agriculture Sector
4.7 Applications of Nanoparticles
4.7.1 Synthesis of Nanopesticides
4.7.2 Chemical Method of Synthesis
4.7.3 Application of Nanopesticides
4.7.4 Nanopesticides in Plant Disease Management
4.7.5 Nanofertilizers
4.8 Future Perspective
4.9 Conclusions
References
5. Nanoformulations for Plant Growth Promotion
Sanika Jain and Jyoti Mathur
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Interdisciplinary Connection of Nanotechnology in Agriculture Sector
5.2 Types of Nanoparticles
5.2.1 Inorganic-Based Nanoparticles
5.2.2 Carbon-Based Nanoparticles
5.2.3 Organic-Based Nanoparticles
5.2.4 Composite-Based Nanomaterials
5.3 Synthesis Methods of Nanoparticles
5.3.1 Chemical Synthesis of Nanomaterials
5.3.2 Biological Synthesis of Nanomaterials
5.4 Approaches for Nanoparticle Synthesis
5.4.1 Top-Down
5.4.2 Bottom-Up
5.5 A New Approach of the Nanoformulation in Plant Growth Promotion
5.5.1 Nanoencapsulation
5.5.2 Nanocomposition
5.5.3 Nanoproduct
5.5.3.1 Macronutrient Nanofertilizers
5.5.3.2 Micronutrient Nanofertilizers
5.6 Role of Nanotechnology in Plant Protection and Pest Management
5.7 Interaction Uptake and Translocation of Nanoformulation or Nanoparticles with Plants
5.7.1 Plants and Nanomaterial Interactions
5.7.2 Nanoparticles Uptake by Plants
5.7.3 Mechanism of Cellular Uptake of Nanoparticles
5.7.4 Translocation and Accumulation of Nanoparticles in Plants
5.8 Effects of Nanoparticles on Plant
5.8.1 Effect of the Dispersion Medium
5.8.2 Effect of Surface Characteristics
5.8.3 Effect of Size and Concentration of Nanoparticles
5.8.4 Effect of Plant Species
5.9 Application of Nanoparticles in Agriculture Field
5.9.1 Plant Germination and Growth
5.9.2 Plant Protection and Production
5.9.3 Detection of Pesticide Residues
5.10 Types of Metal-Based Nanoparticles
5.10.1 Iron Nanoparticles
5.10.2 Silver Nanoparticles
5.10.3 Silica Nanoparticles
5.10.4 Zinc-Oxide Nanoparticles
5.10.5 Titanium Oxide Nanoparticles
5.10.6 Copper Oxide Nanoparticles
5.11 Factors Affecting the Biological Activity of Nanoparticles
5.12 Future Prospects
5.13 Conclusion
References
6. Nanotechnology in Crop Disease Management
Bhasha Sharma, Shashank Shekhar, Amit Kumar, Purnima Jain and Shreya Sharma
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Nanoparticles for Management of Crop Disease
6.2.1 Nanoinsecticides
6.2.2 Nanofungicides
6.2.3 Nanoherbicides
6.3 Nanoparticles and RNA Interference for Plant Protection
6.4 Environmental Reverberations
6.5 Conclusion and Future Outlook
References
7. Application of Nanofertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture: Advantages and Future Prospects
Riti Thapar Kapoor and Mohd Rafatullah
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Nanofertilizers
7.3 Synthesis of Nanofertilizers
7.4 Classification of Nanofertilizers
7.5 Mode of Application of Nanofertilizers
7.6 Role of Nanofertilizers for Growth of Crop Plants
7.7 Limitation of Nanofertilizers
7.8 Recommendations and Future Perspectives of Nanofertilizers
7.9 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
8. Biodegradable Bionanocomposites in Agriculture Applications
Ashoka Gamage, Nimasha Fernando, Sudhagar Mani, Asanga Manamperi and Terrence Madhujith
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Agricultural Applications
8.2.1 Protected Cultivation
8.2.2 Piping, Irrigation and Drainage, and Packaging
8.2.3 Other
8.3 Biodegradable Polymers
8.4 Biodegradable Nanocomposites in Agricultural Applications
8.4.1 Mulching
8.4.2 Agrotextiles and Geotextiles
8.4.3 Packaging
8.4.4 Food Preservation
8.4.5 Crop Growth and Soil Enhancement
8.4.6 Plant Protection
8.4.7 Precision Agriculture
8.5 Conclusion
References
9. Advances and Applications of Nanotechnology in Agriculture
Rafeeq C. M., Rahimol Ramesh, Resiya Karim and Manzur Ali P. P.
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Nanopesticide
9.2.1 Classification of Nanopesticides
9.2.2 Advantages of Nanopesticides
9.3 Nanotechnology in Seed Priming
9.4 Nanoregulators for the Development of Stress Tolerant Plants
9.5 Nanopore Sequencing for Plant Pathogen Identification and Detection
9.6 Nanoparticles in Innovative Farming Practices
9.6.1 Soil Less Farming
9.6.2 Microgreen Farming
9.7 Nanoparticle-Mediated Gene Delivery for Genetic Engineering and Crop Improvement
9.8 Conclusion
References
10. Recent Trends in Designing and Production of Nano-Based Formulations
Vysakh V. G., Rini K. T., Sandhya Sukumaran and A. Gopalakrishnan
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Application of Nanotechnology in Agriculture Nanoparticles for Nutrient Delivery in Agriculture
10.3 Nanoparticles for Nutrient Delivery in Agriculture
10.4 Advantages of Nanofertilizers Over Conventional Fertilizers
10.5 Synthesis of Nanofertilizer
10.6 Modes of Application of Nanofertilizer
10.7 Design and Formulation of Nanofertilizers
10.7.1 Macronutrient Nanofertilizers
10.7.2 Nanomaterial-Enhanced Fertilizers
10.7.3 Plant Growth-Stimulating Nanomaterials
10.8 Nanoformulations for Pest and Disease Control in Crops
10.9 Impacts of Nanopesticides
10.10 Types of Synthesis of Nanopesticides
10.11 Nanopesticides for Crop Protection
10.12 Green Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticles Using Microorganisms: A Novel Approach
10.12.1 Nanosensors and Precision Agriculture
10.12.2 Nanosensors in Precision Agriculture
10.13 Regulatory and Safety Considerations
10.14 Conclusions
References
11. Nanocarriers for the Effective Application of Agrochemicals
Sudheep N. M., Anisha S., Divya Mathew and Radhakrishnan E. K.
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Nanocarriers and Their Use So Far
11.3 Rationale Behind Using Nanocarriers in Agriculture
11.4 Types of Nanocarriers
11.4.1 Polymeric Nanoparticles
11.4.2 Biodegradable Polymeric Nanoparticles
11.4.3 Lipid-Based Nanocarriers
11.4.4 Protein-Based Nanocarriers
11.4.5 Nanocellulose-Based Nanocarriers
11.4.6 Mesoporous Silicon-Based Nanocarriers (MPSNPs)
11.4.7 Nanoemulsions and Nanogels
11.4.8 Nanofibers
11.5 Anticipated Benefits from the Use of Nanocarriers in Agriculture
11.6 The Aspect of Sustainability of Nanocarriers Used in Agriculture
11.7 Associated Challenges and Issues of Nanocarriers in Agriculture
11.8 Future Prospects
11.9 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Index
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Preface
1. Nanoformulations for Agricultural Applications: State-of-the-Art, New Challenges, and Opportunities
Aswani R., Radhakrishnan E.K. and Visakh P. M.
1.1 Synthesis and Fabrication of Green Nanoparticles
1.2 Biomass-Derived Nanoparticles and Their Applications: Sensing, Catalytic, Biomedical, and Environmental
1.3 Synthesis and Application of Nanopesticides
1.4 Nanoformulation for Plant Growth Promotion
1.5 Nanotechnology in Crop Disease Management
1.6 Application of Nanofertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture: Advantages and Future Prospects
1.7 Biodegradable Bionanocomposites in Agriculture Applications
1.8 Advances and Applications of Nanotechnology in Agriculture
1.9 Recent Trends in Designing and Production of Nano-Based Formulations
1.10 Nanocarriers for the Effective Application of Agrochemicals
References
2. Synthesis and Fabrication of Green Nanoparticles
Anupama R. Prasad, Mathew Kuruvilla and Abraham Joseph
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Synthesis of Nanoparticles
2.2.1 Physicochemical Methods
2.2.2 Biological Methods
2.3 Green Methods for Nanoparticle Synthesis
2.4 Synthesis Using Microorganisms
2.4.1 Bacteria-Mediated Synthesis
2.4.2 Fungi-Mediated Synthesis
2.4.3 Synthesis Using Actinomycetes
2.4.4 Synthesis Using Yeast
2.4.5 Algae-Mediated Synthesis
2.5 Synthesis Using Plant Extracts
2.6 Fabrication Using Bimolecular Templates
2.7 Factors Affecting Production of Nanoparticles
2.8 Conclusion
References
3. Biomass-Derived Nanoparticles and Their Applications: Sensing, Catalytic, Biomedical, and Environmental
Suprita Naik, Chhaya S. Panse and Aniruddha B. Patil
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Biomass and the Derived Nanoparticles
3.2.1 Types of Biomass
3.2.2 Type of Methods for Biomass-Assisted Nanoparticles Synthesis
3.2.3 Type of NPs Derived From Biomass
3.3 Applications
3.3.1 Sensing
3.3.2 Catalytic
3.3.3 Biomedical
3.3.4 Environmental
3.4 Conclusion
References
4. Synthesis and Application of Nanopesticides
Harish Kumar Neetu Kumari and Ankita Yadav
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Need of Agriculture
4.2.1 Agriculture Effects on Global Warming
4.2.2 Agriculture Affects Biodiversity
4.2.3 Agriculture Affects Water Quality
4.3 Benefits of Agriculture to the Pharmaceutical Field
4.4 Agriculture Help in Pollination
4.5 The Challenge to the Agriculture Industry
4.6 The Role of Nanotechnology in Agriculture Sector
4.7 Applications of Nanoparticles
4.7.1 Synthesis of Nanopesticides
4.7.2 Chemical Method of Synthesis
4.7.3 Application of Nanopesticides
4.7.4 Nanopesticides in Plant Disease Management
4.7.5 Nanofertilizers
4.8 Future Perspective
4.9 Conclusions
References
5. Nanoformulations for Plant Growth Promotion
Sanika Jain and Jyoti Mathur
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Interdisciplinary Connection of Nanotechnology in Agriculture Sector
5.2 Types of Nanoparticles
5.2.1 Inorganic-Based Nanoparticles
5.2.2 Carbon-Based Nanoparticles
5.2.3 Organic-Based Nanoparticles
5.2.4 Composite-Based Nanomaterials
5.3 Synthesis Methods of Nanoparticles
5.3.1 Chemical Synthesis of Nanomaterials
5.3.2 Biological Synthesis of Nanomaterials
5.4 Approaches for Nanoparticle Synthesis
5.4.1 Top-Down
5.4.2 Bottom-Up
5.5 A New Approach of the Nanoformulation in Plant Growth Promotion
5.5.1 Nanoencapsulation
5.5.2 Nanocomposition
5.5.3 Nanoproduct
5.5.3.1 Macronutrient Nanofertilizers
5.5.3.2 Micronutrient Nanofertilizers
5.6 Role of Nanotechnology in Plant Protection and Pest Management
5.7 Interaction Uptake and Translocation of Nanoformulation or Nanoparticles with Plants
5.7.1 Plants and Nanomaterial Interactions
5.7.2 Nanoparticles Uptake by Plants
5.7.3 Mechanism of Cellular Uptake of Nanoparticles
5.7.4 Translocation and Accumulation of Nanoparticles in Plants
5.8 Effects of Nanoparticles on Plant
5.8.1 Effect of the Dispersion Medium
5.8.2 Effect of Surface Characteristics
5.8.3 Effect of Size and Concentration of Nanoparticles
5.8.4 Effect of Plant Species
5.9 Application of Nanoparticles in Agriculture Field
5.9.1 Plant Germination and Growth
5.9.2 Plant Protection and Production
5.9.3 Detection of Pesticide Residues
5.10 Types of Metal-Based Nanoparticles
5.10.1 Iron Nanoparticles
5.10.2 Silver Nanoparticles
5.10.3 Silica Nanoparticles
5.10.4 Zinc-Oxide Nanoparticles
5.10.5 Titanium Oxide Nanoparticles
5.10.6 Copper Oxide Nanoparticles
5.11 Factors Affecting the Biological Activity of Nanoparticles
5.12 Future Prospects
5.13 Conclusion
References
6. Nanotechnology in Crop Disease Management
Bhasha Sharma, Shashank Shekhar, Amit Kumar, Purnima Jain and Shreya Sharma
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Nanoparticles for Management of Crop Disease
6.2.1 Nanoinsecticides
6.2.2 Nanofungicides
6.2.3 Nanoherbicides
6.3 Nanoparticles and RNA Interference for Plant Protection
6.4 Environmental Reverberations
6.5 Conclusion and Future Outlook
References
7. Application of Nanofertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture: Advantages and Future Prospects
Riti Thapar Kapoor and Mohd Rafatullah
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Nanofertilizers
7.3 Synthesis of Nanofertilizers
7.4 Classification of Nanofertilizers
7.5 Mode of Application of Nanofertilizers
7.6 Role of Nanofertilizers for Growth of Crop Plants
7.7 Limitation of Nanofertilizers
7.8 Recommendations and Future Perspectives of Nanofertilizers
7.9 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
8. Biodegradable Bionanocomposites in Agriculture Applications
Ashoka Gamage, Nimasha Fernando, Sudhagar Mani, Asanga Manamperi and Terrence Madhujith
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Agricultural Applications
8.2.1 Protected Cultivation
8.2.2 Piping, Irrigation and Drainage, and Packaging
8.2.3 Other
8.3 Biodegradable Polymers
8.4 Biodegradable Nanocomposites in Agricultural Applications
8.4.1 Mulching
8.4.2 Agrotextiles and Geotextiles
8.4.3 Packaging
8.4.4 Food Preservation
8.4.5 Crop Growth and Soil Enhancement
8.4.6 Plant Protection
8.4.7 Precision Agriculture
8.5 Conclusion
References
9. Advances and Applications of Nanotechnology in Agriculture
Rafeeq C. M., Rahimol Ramesh, Resiya Karim and Manzur Ali P. P.
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Nanopesticide
9.2.1 Classification of Nanopesticides
9.2.2 Advantages of Nanopesticides
9.3 Nanotechnology in Seed Priming
9.4 Nanoregulators for the Development of Stress Tolerant Plants
9.5 Nanopore Sequencing for Plant Pathogen Identification and Detection
9.6 Nanoparticles in Innovative Farming Practices
9.6.1 Soil Less Farming
9.6.2 Microgreen Farming
9.7 Nanoparticle-Mediated Gene Delivery for Genetic Engineering and Crop Improvement
9.8 Conclusion
References
10. Recent Trends in Designing and Production of Nano-Based Formulations
Vysakh V. G., Rini K. T., Sandhya Sukumaran and A. Gopalakrishnan
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Application of Nanotechnology in Agriculture Nanoparticles for Nutrient Delivery in Agriculture
10.3 Nanoparticles for Nutrient Delivery in Agriculture
10.4 Advantages of Nanofertilizers Over Conventional Fertilizers
10.5 Synthesis of Nanofertilizer
10.6 Modes of Application of Nanofertilizer
10.7 Design and Formulation of Nanofertilizers
10.7.1 Macronutrient Nanofertilizers
10.7.2 Nanomaterial-Enhanced Fertilizers
10.7.3 Plant Growth-Stimulating Nanomaterials
10.8 Nanoformulations for Pest and Disease Control in Crops
10.9 Impacts of Nanopesticides
10.10 Types of Synthesis of Nanopesticides
10.11 Nanopesticides for Crop Protection
10.12 Green Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticles Using Microorganisms: A Novel Approach
10.12.1 Nanosensors and Precision Agriculture
10.12.2 Nanosensors in Precision Agriculture
10.13 Regulatory and Safety Considerations
10.14 Conclusions
References
11. Nanocarriers for the Effective Application of Agrochemicals
Sudheep N. M., Anisha S., Divya Mathew and Radhakrishnan E. K.
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Nanocarriers and Their Use So Far
11.3 Rationale Behind Using Nanocarriers in Agriculture
11.4 Types of Nanocarriers
11.4.1 Polymeric Nanoparticles
11.4.2 Biodegradable Polymeric Nanoparticles
11.4.3 Lipid-Based Nanocarriers
11.4.4 Protein-Based Nanocarriers
11.4.5 Nanocellulose-Based Nanocarriers
11.4.6 Mesoporous Silicon-Based Nanocarriers (MPSNPs)
11.4.7 Nanoemulsions and Nanogels
11.4.8 Nanofibers
11.5 Anticipated Benefits from the Use of Nanocarriers in Agriculture
11.6 The Aspect of Sustainability of Nanocarriers Used in Agriculture
11.7 Associated Challenges and Issues of Nanocarriers in Agriculture
11.8 Future Prospects
11.9 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Index
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