Publications by authors named "Chiranjib Pattanaik"
Int J Biol Macromol
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study focuses on creating a sustainable fertilizer by synthesizing a chitosan-benzaldehyde Schiff base xerogel with green synthesized cerium oxide nanoparticles (CeO NPs) derived from Psidium guajava leaves.
- The resulting urea-loaded nanocomposite xerogel (CsB@U/CeO) demonstrated extended water retention and a controlled release of urea over 30 days, enhancing cabbage growth compared to traditional fertilizers.
- Cabbages treated with CsB@U/CeO showed improved growth parameters and increased content of beneficial compounds like phenolics, proteins, sugars, and flavonoids, suggesting its potential as a viable alternative to conventional urea fertilizers.
