TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

This new technology focuses on functionalised encapsulation of speciality agricultural chemicals with a targeted release. Our encapsulation technology can be functionalised to adhere to plant cuticle wax. This adherence triggers the targeted delivery of the payload into the leaf rather than roots or soil, through a broadly applicable, yet strong and stable interaction. The encapsulation technology increases the accuracy of desired chemical deployment, release can occur slowly to provide sustained action or triggered to provide a burst in response to external stimuli (light, water, salt, et cetera). The technology is based on materials commonly used in agricultural contexts, that are known to biodegrade. The technology can be used for delivery of a broad range of agricultural products including: 1. Fungicides 2. Insecticides 3. Pesticides 4. Nutrients

AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS

Primary Application Area: Materials, Chemical

Technology Development Status: Prototype

Technology Readiness Level: TRL 3

SHOWCASE SUMMARY

Organization Type: Academic/Gov Lab

Showcase Booth #: 125

Website: https://www.monash.edu/industry/license-technologies

GOVT/EXTERNAL FUNDING SOURCES