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Etika Ilmu Pengetahuan dan Tanggung Jawab Sains Pertanian dalam Menjaga Keseimbangan Alam Damayanti, Alfa Dirsista
Exact Papers in Compilation (EPiC) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): Februari 2026
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian Pengabdian Masyarakat Universitas KH. A. Wahab Hasbullah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32764/epic.v8i1.1665

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The development of agricultural technologies and innovative practices is not solely aimed at increasing productivity, but must also take into account the ecological and social impacts of agricultural activities. In this context, scientific ethics and scientific responsibility serve as fundamental guidelines for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. The method employed in this review is a literature review. Scientific ethics functions as a guiding framework to ensure that agricultural science continues to contribute to ecological balance, sustainable food production, and social justice. The responsibility of agricultural science toward maintaining ecological balance is also strongly reflected in various studies conducted in Indonesia, which emphasize the importance of sustainable natural resource management, one of which is the application of nanopesticides.
Production and Characterization of Nanoparticles from Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus) Extract Based on Chitosan Compounds Damayanti, Alfa Dirsista; Rahmadhini, Noni; Kusuma, Ramadhani Mahendra
BIOEDUSCIENCE Vol 9 No 3 (2025): BIOEDUSCIENCE
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22236/jbes/18769

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Background: The use of nanoparticles in Indonesia has been developing and is now being applied across sectors, including agriculture, health, and industry. Nanoparticles derived from Cymbopogon nardus can be used as nanopesticides because they contain several compounds that suppress pathogen growth and reduce pest populations. Chitosan is an additional compound used in the fabrication of these nanoparticles. Methods: This research used materials and tools, including a PSA (Particle Size Analyzer), a SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope), Cymbopogon nardus, and chitosan. The research stages included extraction of Cymbopogon nardus, nanoparticle fabrication, PSA analysis, zeta potential measurement, and SEM observation. Results: The PSA test revealed that the Cymbopogon nardus nanoparticles had an average size of 907.2 nm. The zeta potential of the nanoparticles was –40.62 mV, indicating good electrostatic stability. SEM images showed that the nanoparticles had an irregular shape. Conclusions: The Cymbopogon nardus nanoparticles produced in this study, as characterized by PSA, zeta potential, and SEM analyses, demonstrated the expected characteristics of nanoparticles.