This book provides insights into the use of advanced nanobiomaterials in an age-old domain of animal husbandry. As per a 2020 estimate, approximately 40% of the overall agricultural GDP is attributed to global livestock production, thereby highlighting its importance. Owing to its challenges such as diseases, quality, safety, and care, there is a need for efficient management and use of advanced integrated technologies. Here, nanobiomaterials offer promising avenues for innovation and advancement in the realm of animal husbandry. This dynamic field has garnered attention due to its potential to revolutionize various aspects of animal production and veterinary care, such as diagnosis, drug and nutrient delivery, genome-assisted breeding, gene therapy, and quality enhancement. Owing to the available research and continuous advancements, the future of nanobiomaterials in animal husbandry appears bright, promising a host of innovative solutions to enhance animal well-being, productivity, and overall veterinary care. The significance of the topics covered in this book lies in its potential to revolutionize multiple facets of animal production, veterinary care, and agriculture. Nanotechnology's capacity to manipulate materials at the nanoscale offers unparalleled opportunities to tackle pressing challenges in animal husbandry. The utilization of nanobiomaterials in animal breeding could yield breakthroughs in diagnosing and treating reproductive disorders, enhancing animal reproductive efficiency and breeding programs, with direct implications for livestock industry productivity and sustainability. We highlight the use of nanomaterials in veterinary medicine, drug delivery disease management, and gene therapy. Additionally, nanoparticles as nutrient delivery systems in animal feed have the potential to substantially enhance nutrient absorption and utilization, contributing to better animal health, growth, and overall production efficiency. The antimicrobial properties of nanoparticles could curtail pathogen dissemination in animal populations, fostering improved animal welfare and food safety. Here, we apprise the reader about the available technologies that are intricately useful in animal husbandry.

Highlights the potential of nanotechnology in enhancing animal health, reproduction, and food quality Provides comprehensive insights into challenges and potential solutions in animal husbandry Addresses safety concerns, benefits, and future prospects for use of nanobiomaterials in animal husbandry

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Dr. Kumar Siddharth Singh, Ph.D., Scientist at Leibniz University, Hanover, Germany, has over a decade of expertise in nutraceuticals, nanomaterials, animal science, biotechnology, microbiome, and molecular biology. He has worked at leading institutes including Leibniz University, Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (Germany), and National Centre for Cell Sciences (India). His research on proteins, nanobiomaterials, di-nucleotides, and hostmicrobe interactions has led to major contributions such as a potential nutraceutical, the first Indian sewage microbiome map, and insights into One-Health strategies. He has edited one book and published over 20 articles in journals including Nature Communications, Scientific Reports, and Environmental Chemistry Letters.
Holding a Ph.D. in Animal Biotechnology, Dr. Singh has 8+ years of postdoctoral experience, numerous fellowships (CSIR-NET, GATE, JNMF, ICMR-SRF, ICAR-SRF, SERB-DST NPDF), and multiple awards at national and international conferences.

Dr. Nadeem Akhtar is a research scientist at CBS Bio Platforms Inc., Canada, using biotechnology to create sustainable feed and food solutions. With a strong academic and research background, he has developed innovative approaches in agriculture, nanobiotechnology, bioactives, nutraceuticals, and alternative proteins. Previously, he was a Research Associate at the University of Guelph and a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Guelph and the University of Waterloo. Dr. Akhtar's work focuses on making nutrition more sustainable and improving feed and food ecosystems for the future.

Dr. Nafees Ahemad has been a senior lecturer at Monash University Malaysia since 2012. He earned his M.S. (Pharm) and Ph.D. in Natural Products/Medicinal Chemistry from NIPER, Mohali, and was a postdoctoral fellow at Universiti Sains Malaysia. With 15+ years of academic experience, he has worked on natural product synthesis, development of anti-HIV agents, and currently focuses on computational design and synthesis of candidates for HIV-1, dengue, and other diseases. His expertise also includes natural product isolation and total synthesis. Dr. Ahemad has authored 70+ research papers, numerous book chapters, and presented widely at international forums.

Dr. Dipesh Aggarwal is an assistant professor of Food Technology at Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi. He holds a Ph.D. in Dairy Technology from ICAR-NDRI, with earlier degrees from DU and BHU. With 7+ years in teaching and research, his interests span functional foods, food microbiology, and nutraceuticals. He has published 20+ works, filed a patent for a functional food, and guided one Ph.D. scholar, eight postgraduates, and ten undergraduates. An FSSAI-certified trainer, he has trained 600+ industry professionals on food safety and regulations. His research focuses on novel antimicrobials, ingredient optimization, and product innovation in food science.

Dr. Santosh Anand is an assistant professor cum Jr. Scientist at Birsa Agricultural University, Ranchi. He earned his Ph.D. in Dairy Microbiology from ICAR-NDRI and has 5+ years of teaching and research experience. He has published 20+ papers in journals such as LWTFood Science and Technology and Environmental Chemistry Letters, along with eight book chapters. He regularly reviews for leading journals, including Journal of Food Safety. His research focuses on lactic acid bacteria, probiotics, prebiotics, nanobiomaterials, and their applications in human and veterinary health, with particular emphasis on dairy microbiology and antimicrobial resistance.

Inhalt

Nanobiomaterials in animal husbandry: An overview.- Nanotechnology in animal genetics, breeding and reproduction.- Nanoparticles for immunomodulation and cancer therapy in Animal Husbandry.- Nanotechnology and animal reproductive disorders.- Nanotechnology in animal disease detection.- Nanomaterials for Gene Therapy in Animal Health.- Nanotechnology in Veterinary Medicine: Drug Delivery Systems.- Nanoparticles as Biocidal Agents in Animal Husbandry.- Nanotechnology and Meat Quality Enhancement in Animal Production.- Nanoparticles for Improving Egg Quality in Poultry.- Nanomaterials for Enhancing Milk Quality in Dairy Animals.- Nanoparticles for Diagnostic Tools in Veterinary Care.- Nanotechnology in Aquaculture: A review on Current Applications with Future Directions.- Consumer perception and public opinion on nanotechnology.