This book provides promising solutions to climate change and addresses global food security challenges. Nanomaterials have unique properties that impact plant growth and development and support sustainable development in the agricultural sector. This book focuses on the epigenetic effects and interaction between nanomaterials and plants at the cellular level. It delves deeper into the transgenerational interactions of nanomaterials with plant cells and their implications for sustainable crop production. The book highlights the transgenerational impact of nanomaterials on various cellular mechanisms and the efficiency of water absorption and different nutrients. Also, it describes the transgenerational effect of nanomaterials on cellular molecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, proteins, hormones, and antioxidants. In addition, it provides a contemporary understanding of the epigenetic mechanisms for using nanomaterials that regulate plant development and response to biotic and abiotic stresses as well as improving quantitative and qualitative indicators of plants. The book consists of 16 chapters grouped in 3 parts. Part I: Cellular mechanisms, Part II: Cellular macromolecules, and Part III: Agricultural implications. Chapters present the transgenerational impact of nanomaterials on morphological, physicochemical, and anatomical changes and their effect on plant growth and productivity. Chapters are written by an assembly of internationally recognized scientists and subjected to a rigorous review process to ensure quality presentation and scientific precision. The chapter begins with an introduction that covers similar contexts and includes a detailed discussion of the topic accompanied by high-quality color images, diagrams, and relevant details, and concludes with recommendations for future study directions. The book is considered a valuable reference source for professionals and researchers working in plant sciences with an interest in nanotechnology. The book is also an invaluable reference source for graduate students involved in plant biotechnology research, especially in plant cellular interactions, plant biology, epigenetics, and nano-agriculture.

Dr. Lina M. Alnaddaf is an Associate Professor of Biotechnology and Molecular Biology at the Department of Field Crops, College of Agriculture, Homs University, Syria. Born in Homs in 1978, she earned her B.S. in Agricultural Engineering from Homs University (2001), followed by a Diploma in Food Science from Aleppo University (2002). She then pursued graduate studies at Lattakia University, obtaining her M.S. (2010) and Ph.D. (2013) in Field Crops, both with honors, with a specialization in Biotechnology and Molecular Biology. Her doctoral research focused on resolving genetic relationships among Triticum and Aegilops species using molecular markers.
Dr. Alnaddaf's academic career spans over two decades, beginning as a research engineer at the General Commission for Scientific Agricultural Research (2002–2003) and progressing through faculty positions at Lattakia University (2003–2015) before joining Homs University as Assistant Professor (2016–2020) and subsequently Associate Professor (2021–present). She teaches courses in biotechnology, molecular biology, genetic engineering, and research methodology across multiple colleges including Agriculture, Health Sciences, and Pharmacy. Her research expertise bridges molecular biology, plant biotechnology, nanotechnology, and abiotic stress physiology. She has published 41 research articles in international journals, authored 13 book chapters, and edited or co-edited five volumes with Springer, including Nanomaterial Interactions with Plant Cellular Mechanisms and Macromolecules (2023) and the forthcoming Transgenerational Epigenetic Effects of Nanomaterials on Plant Cellular Functions and Agricultural Implications (2026). She serves as a reviewer and editorial board member for several international journals, and has supervised more than 22 Master's and Ph.D. theses across multiple Syrian universities. Dr. Alnaddaf is an active member of the Nanotechnology Team and Technology Transfer Center at Homs University, the UNESCO Chair on Global Health and Education (France), the Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (Italy), and the Advisory Board of Open Access Asia. Her current research focuses on green synthesis of nanoparticles, their application in agriculture and medicine, and the use of artificial intelligence in predicting crop stress tolerance. She has also submitted three patents under arbitration, including innovations in zinc oxide nanoparticle synthesis and natural fire-extinguishing materials.
Recognized for her contributions to science and community engagement, Dr. Alnaddaf has been featured in numerous media outlets and has delivered lectures and workshops on nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, scientific publishing, and sustainable agriculture across the Arab world.

Professor Jameel M. Al-Khayri has been affiliated with the Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia, since 1995. He received a B.S. in Biology in 1984 from the University of Toledo, an M.S. in Agronomy in 1988, and a Ph.D. in Plant Science in 1991 from the University of Arkansas. He is an active member of the International Society for Horticultural Science, the National Correspondent of the International Association for Plant Biotechnology (IAPB), and a member of the editorial boards of several international journals. He has dedicated his research to date palm biotechnology for the past three decades, earning him the title of the most influential date palm researcher worldwide in 2026. He has authored 206 research articles, 118 chapters, and edited 12 special journal issues and 53 reference books. He is the editor of 3 Springer Book Series, namely, Advances in Plant Breeding Strategies, Nanotechnology in Plant Sciences, and Genome Editing for Sustainable Agriculture. He was recognized in the top 2% of Scopus Citations in 2022-2025. He has been involved in organizing international scientific conferences and has contributed numerous research presentations. In addition to teaching, student advising, and research, he held administrative responsibilities as the Assistant Director of Date Palm Research Center, Head of Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, and Vice Dean for Development and Quality Assurance. Al-Khayri served as a Member of Majlis Ash Shura (Saudi Legislative Council) for the 2009-2012 term. His research focuses on in vitro culture, secondary metabolites production, genetic engineering, and mutagenesis to enhance plant tolerance to abiotic and biotic stress. He is interested in biotechnological approaches to agricultural innovations and sustainability to mitigate the effects of climate change and support global food security.