A review on the green synthesis of nanoparticles, their biological applications, and photocatalytic efficiency against environmental toxins

Malik, Azad Qayoom; Mir, Tahir ul Gani; Kumar, Deepak; Mir, Irtiqa Ashraf; Rashid, Adfar; Ayoub, Mehnaz; Shukla, Saurabh

doi:10.1007/s11356-023-27437-9

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“…Metal and metal oxide-based NPs are commonly categorized as inorganic NPs and they also have exceptional physical, chemical, and biological properties when compared to higher scales particles (Yu et al, 2021;Nair et al, 2022). Metal NPs such as Ag, Au, Ce, Fe, Se, Ti, and Zn possess an important role due to their unique bioactivities in nanoforms (Khurana et al, 2019;Malik et al, 2023).…”

Section: Nanoparticles (Nps)mentioning

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A mini Review of New Potential Therapeutic Strategies Against Trichinellosis

Ebrahim,

Elkhawass,

Nabil

et al. 2024

Egyptian Academic Journal of Biological Sciences, B. Zoology

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Trichinella spiralis is a parasitic nematode transmitted through the consumption of contaminated meat. The study aims to provide comprehensive information on various aspects of trichinellosis, including its manifestations, conventional treatment methods, and emerging antitrichinellosis strategies using nanoparticles is a promising approach to overcoming the challenges posed by conventional trichinellosis treatments. The infection begins when a host ingests meat containing infective larvae of T. spiralis. The adult worms release newborn larvae (NBL) that enter the bloodstream. These NBL invade striated skeletal muscle cells and establish nurse cell-parasite complexes within the muscle tissue. Trichinella causes a public health impact and economic costs related to pig husbandry and food safety. As the prevalence of trichinellosis remains a concern, continued research, surveillance, and public awareness efforts are essential to mitigate the impact of this parasitic infection on human health and the food industry. Pursuing new and effective treatments for trichinellosis remains imperative, and ongoing research efforts are exploring innovative strategies to address the limitations of existing drugs and enhance their therapeutic outcomes. Several studies highlight the potential of specific antigens for developing vaccines that could offer protective immunity against T. spiralis infection, providing valuable insights for future research in parasitology and vaccine development. In conclusion, the integration of nanotechnology and nanoparticles holds promise for revolutionizing drug delivery systems, improving therapeutic outcomes, and offering novel approaches to treat various diseases, including parasitic infections like trichinellosis. Ongoing research in this field is likely to unveil more innovative applications and solutions in the future.

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A mini Review of New Potential Therapeutic Strategies Against Trichinellosis

Ebrahim,

Elkhawass,

Nabil

et al. 2024

Egyptian Academic Journal of Biological Sciences, B. Zoology

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“…1 Particularly, the green synthesis of Ag and Au NPs is a hot area of research. 2 This approach uses natural resources including plants, microbes, and other biological components for NPs synthesis. 3 Hence, compared to traditional methods, which frequently rely on potentially hazardous components and mechanical processes, this approach has many advantages.…”

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“…For NPs to be reliable and effective in biological applications, this stability is essential. 2,216 Green-synthesized Ag and Au NPs also offer the advantage of tunable properties. 217 Ag and Au NPs, particularly those synthesized via a green synthesis procedure, exhibit antibacterial properties.…”

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Recent Advancements and Unexplored Biomedical Applications of Green Synthesized Ag and Au Nanoparticles: A Review

Ahmad,

Ali

et al. 2024

IJN

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Green synthesis of silver (Ag) and gold (Au) nanoparticles (NPs) has acquired huge popularity owing to their potential applications in various fields. A large number of research articles exist in the literature describing the green synthesis of Ag and Au NPs for biomedical applications. However, these findings are scattered, making it time-consuming for researchers to locate promising advancements in Ag and Au NPs synthesis and their unexplored biomedical applications. Unlike other review articles, this systematic study not only highlights recent advancements in the green synthesis of Ag and Au NPs but also explores their potential unexplored biomedical applications. The article discusses the various synthesis approaches for the green synthesis of Ag and Au NPs highlighting the emerging developments and novel strategies. Then, the article reviews the important biomedical applications of green synthesized Ag and Au NPs by critically evaluating the expected advantages. To expose future research direction in the field, the article describes the unexplored biomedical applications of the NPs. Finally, the articles discuss the challenges and limitations in the green synthesis of Ag and Au NPs and their biomedical applications. This article will serve as a valuable reference for researchers, working on green synthesis of Ag and Au NPs for biomedical applications.

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“…The photocatalytic activities of the biogenic NPs are attributed to their specific surface chemistry and morphologies, which facilitates generation of ROS upon exposure to light ( Gul et al, 2023 ). The unique properties of these biogenic NPs offer numerous advantages, such as biocompatibility, reduced toxicity, and enhanced catalytic efficacy, making them well suited for catalytic photodegradation of harmful dyes ( Aaga and Anshebo, 2023 ; Malik et al, 2023 ; Meena et al, 2023 ). In the present study, an aqueous leaf extract of the Semal tree was used to synthesize zinc oxide (Semal-ZnO) NPs in an environmentally friendly manner.…”

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Green route to fabrication of Semal-ZnO nanoparticles for efficient solar-driven catalysis of noxious dyes in diverse aquatic environments

Lal,

Gour,

Dave

et al. 2024

Front. Chem.

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This work successfully demonstrates a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach for synthesizing Semal-ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) using the aqueous leaf extract of Bombax ceiba L. These NPs exhibit an absorption peak at approximately 390 nm in the UV-visible spectrum and an energy gap (Eg) of 3.11 eV. Detailed analyses of the morphology and particle size using various spectroscopic and microscopic techniques, XRD, FE-SEM with EDS, and HR-TEM reveal crystallographic peaks attributable to the hexagonal phase, with an average crystal size of 17 nm. The Semal-ZnO NPs also exhibit a notable photocatalytic efficiency for degrading methylene blue (MB) and methyl orange (MO) under sunlight in different water samples collected from diverse natural sources, indicating that they are promising photocatalysts for environmental remediation. The photocatalytic efficiency of the biofabricated Semal-ZnO NPs is impressive, exhibiting a photodegradation rate of up to 99% for MB and 79% for MO in different water samples under exposure to sunlight. The novel phytofabricated Semal-ZnO NPs are thus a beacon of hope for the environment, with their desirable photocatalytic efficiency, pseudo-first-order kinetics, and ability to break down noxious dye pollutants in various aquatic environments.

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A review on the green synthesis of nanoparticles, their biological applications, and photocatalytic efficiency against environmental toxins

Cited by 50 publications

References 203 publications

A mini Review of New Potential Therapeutic Strategies Against Trichinellosis

A mini Review of New Potential Therapeutic Strategies Against Trichinellosis

Recent Advancements and Unexplored Biomedical Applications of Green Synthesized Ag and Au Nanoparticles: A Review

Green route to fabrication of Semal-ZnO nanoparticles for efficient solar-driven catalysis of noxious dyes in diverse aquatic environments

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