A temporary plaster releasing beneficial substances to the plants (IMAGE)
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Micro-hooks have been designed to penetrate plant cuticle in a barely invasive manner, allowing plants to be monitored and treated. By attaching to the plant, the isomalt micro-hooks can connect with the leaf’s vascular system and, as isomalt is soluble, dissolve inside. They can be used as a plaster that can locally release beneficial substances, pharmaceuticals, pesticides or bactericides onto the leaves. Once applied, the plaster dissolves, thus avoiding the creation of waste.
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IIT-Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia
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