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Leonardo Fernandes Fraceto

Researcher at Sao Paulo State University

Publications -  318
Citations -  14442

Leonardo Fernandes Fraceto is an academic researcher from Sao Paulo State University. The author has contributed to research in topics: Nanocapsules & Chemistry. The author has an hindex of 46, co-authored 284 publications receiving 9195 citations. Previous affiliations of Leonardo Fernandes Fraceto include University of São Paulo & State University of Campinas.

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Nanotechnology in Agriculture: Which Innovation Potential Does It Have?

TL;DR: In this article, the authors select and report on recent trends in nanomaterial-based systems and nanodevices that could provide benefits on the food supply chain specifically on sustainable intensification, and management of soil and waste.
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Application of nanotechnology for the encapsulation of botanical insecticides for sustainable agriculture: Prospects and promises

TL;DR: The use of botanical insecticides associated with nanotechnology offers considerable potential for increasing agricultural productivity, while at the same time reducing impacts on the environment and human health.
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Chitosan/tripolyphosphate nanoparticles loaded with paraquat herbicide: An environmentally safer alternative for weed control

TL;DR: It was concluded that the encapsulation of paraquat in nanoparticles can provide a useful means of reducing adverse impacts on human health and the environment, and that the formulation therefore has potential for use in agriculture.
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Engineered nanoparticles and organic matter: A review of the state-of-the-art

TL;DR: This review presents the findings of studies of the interaction of ENPs and NOM, and the possible effects on nanoparticle stability and the toxicity of these materials in the environment.