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Review
. 2025 Jan;203(1):442-453.
doi: 10.1007/s12011-024-04172-x. Epub 2024 Apr 9.

Selenium Nanoparticles: Revolutionizing Nutrient Enhancement in Aquaculture - A Review

Srirengaraj Vijayaram  1 , Hamed Ghafarifarsani  2 , Srikanth Vuppala  3 , Shiva Nedaei  4 , Karthikeyan Mahendran  5 , Ramanathan Murugappan  6 , Chi-Chung Chou  7
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Review

Selenium Nanoparticles: Revolutionizing Nutrient Enhancement in Aquaculture - A Review

Srirengaraj Vijayaram et al. Biol Trace Elem Res. 2025 Jan.

Abstract

Aquaculture, a cornerstone of global food production, confronts myriad challenges including disease outbreaks and environmental degradation. Achieving nutritionally balanced aquafeed is critical for sustainable production, prompting exploration into innovative solutions like selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs). SeNPs offer potent antimicrobial, antioxidant, and growth-promoting properties, bolstering gut immunity and digestive capacity in aquatic animals. Their high bioavailability and ability to traverse gut barriers make them promising candidates for aquafeed supplementation. This study investigates SeNPs as a cutting-edge solution to enhance nutrient supply in aquaculture, addressing key challenges while promoting environmental stewardship and food security. By synthesizing current research and highlighting future directions, this review provides valuable insights into sustainable aquaculture practices. SeNPs hold promise for revolutionizing aquaculture feed formulations, offering a pathway to improved production outcomes and environmental sustainability.

Keywords: Aquaculture; Aquatic animals; Feed supplement; Nanoparticles; Nutrient; Selenium.

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Conflict of interest statement

Declarations. Competing interests: The authors declare no competing interests.

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