Nanobiotechnology Seed Enhancement by Increased Seed Coat Permeability

Problem

Seed coat permeability was examined using a model that tested the effects of soaking tomato seeds in combination with carbon-based nanomaterials (CBNMs) and ultrasonic (US) irradiation. Penetration of seed coats to the embryo by CBNMs, as well as CBNMs effects on seed germination and seedling growth were examined.

Author
Dr. Alan Taylor, New York State Agricultural Experimental Station, Cornell University, Geneva, NY

Statement of Outcome

Seed treatments using US at 30 or 60 minutes in the presence of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWNTs), physically disrupted the seed coat; however, the integrity of the semipermeable layer was not impaired. The germination percentage and seedling length and weight were enhanced in the presence of MWNts,

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Nanobiotechnology Seed Enhancement by Increased Seed Coat Permeability

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