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March 31, 2020

NNI Releases “Nano Matters” Podcast Episode on Improving Pesticide Use with Nanotechnology

Lynn L. Bergeson Carla N. Hutton

On March 30, 2020, the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) released a “Nano Matters” podcast episode on “Improving Pesticide Use with Nanotechnology.”  In the episode, Cristina Sabliov, Professor of Biological and Agricultural Engineering at Louisiana State University, explains how nanotechnology can improve pesticide delivery.  She discusses her work on a polymeric nanoparticle delivery system that could reduce the environmental impact of pesticides.  “Nano Matters” is an NNI podcast that explores specific nanotechnology topics for a broad audience.  NNI notes that any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in the podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or U.S. government.