Journal of Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
2022, P. 1 - 9
Published: Dec. 26, 2022
Recently,
the
green
synthesis
of
nanomaterials
has
grown
in
popularity
and
become
one
most
used
approaches.
Plant
extracts
are
safe
for
environment
could
be
cost-effective
nanoparticle
preparation.
Silver
nanoparticles
(AgNPs)
have
been
synthesized
using
aqueous
Nigella
sativa
(N.
sativa)
seeds.
The
formation
AgNPs
was
confirmed
by
an
X-ray
diffractometer,
a
UV-visible
spectrometer,
transmission
electron
microscope.
phytotoxicity
genotoxicity
different
AgNP
concentrations
(12.5,
25,
50,
75,
100
μg·L−1)
were
evaluated
wheat
(Triticum
aestivum
L.)
seed
germination.
results
showed
that
did
not
significantly
affect
germination,
while
root
coleoptile
lengths
decreased
considerably.
On
contrary,
biomass
seedlings
markedly
increased
response
to
treatments.
Moreover,
detected,
especially
at
high
AgNPs.
DNA,
RNA,
total
soluble
proteins
decreased.
In
addition,
antimicrobial
activities
biosynthesized
detected.
Processes,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
11(9), P. 2617 - 2617
Published: Sept. 2, 2023
Silver
nanoparticles,
also
known
as
AgNPs,
have
been
extensively
researched
due
to
their
one-of-a-kind
characteristics,
including
optical,
antibacterial,
and
electrical
capabilities.
In
the
era
of
antibiotics
crisis,
with
an
increase
in
antimicrobial
resistance
(AMR)
a
decrease
newly
developed
drugs,
AgNPs
are
potential
candidates
because
substantial
activity,
limited
development,
extensive
synergistic
effect
when
combined
other
drugs.
The
depends
on
delivery
system,
compound
combination,
own
properties,
such
shape
size,
which
heavily
influenced
by
synthesis
process.
Reduction
using
chemicals
or
light,
irradiation
gamma
ray,
laser,
electron
beams
microwave
biological
combination
these
techniques
notable
examples
AgNP
methods.
this
work,
updated
methods
together
strength
shortcomings
reviewed.
Further,
factors
affecting
process
discussed.
Finally,
recent
advances
challenges
considered.
Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
196(6), P. 3636 - 3669
Published: Sept. 5, 2023
Silver
nanoparticles
(AgNPs)
possess
unmatched
chemical,
biological,
and
physical
properties
that
make
them
unique
compounds
as
antimicrobial,
antifungal,
antiviral,
anticancer
agents.
With
the
increasing
drug
resistance,
AgNPs
serve
promising
entities
for
targeted
therapy
against
several
bacterial,
fungal,
viral
components.
In
addition,
also
successful
agents
cancers,
including
breast,
prostate,
lung
cancers.
Several
works
in
recent
years
have
been
done
towards
development
of
by
using
plant
extracts
like
flowers,
leaves,
bark,
root,
stem,
whole
parts.
The
green
method
AgNP
synthesis
thus
has
advantages
over
chemical
methods,
especially
low
cost
synthesis,
no
toxic
byproducts,
eco-friendly
production
pathways,
can
be
easily
regenerated,
bio-reducing
potential
derived
nanoparticles.
Furthermore,
are
biocompatible
do
not
harm
normally
functioning
human
or
host
cells.
This
review
provides
an
exhaustive
overview
synthesized
used
After
a
brief
introduction,
we
discussed
studies
on
from
different
extracts,
leaf
parts,
seeds,
stems,
plants.
following
section,
highlighted
therapeutic
actions
various
bacteria,
fungi,
viruses,
We
then
general
mechanism
action
AgNPs.
methods
were
article.
Finally,
concluded
providing
future
perspectives
this
field
nanotechnology.
Hybrid Advances,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6, P. 100184 - 100184
Published: April 21, 2024
Silver
nanoparticles
are
becoming
increasingly
popular
because
of
their
potential
applications
in
bioengineering
and
medical
diagnostics.
Nanoparticles
possess
distinctive
features,
including
increased
surface-to-volume
ratio
superior
magnetic
properties,
which
render
them
well-suited
for
a
range
biological
uses.
They
have
multi-functionalization,
high
surface
plasmon
resonance,
large
area,
stable
nature,
easy
processing.
However,
silver
exciting
biomedical
applications,
biomaterials,
detection
diagnosis
platforms,
formulations,
drug
delivery,
device
coatings.
This
typical
review
provides
comprehensive
overview
the
current
research
on
highlighting
different
methods
creating
nanoparticles,
exploring
antimicrobial
properties
various
fields,
examining
prospective
Heliyon,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(11), P. e29766 - e29766
Published: May 1, 2024
Nanoparticles
have
recently
become
considered
as
a
crucial
player
in
contemporary
medicine,
with
therapeutic
uses
ranging
from
contrast
agents
imaging
to
carriers
for
the
transport
of
drugs
and
genes
into
specific
target.
ability
more
precise
molecular
interactions
human
body
order
target
cells
tissues
minimal
adverse
effects
maximal
outcomes.
With
least
number
side
greatest
possible
benefit,
nanoparticles
can
particular
through
body.
The
majority
global
public
health
problems
are
now
treated
green
synthesized
silver
(AgNPs),
which
substantially
affect
fundamental
structure
DNA
proteins
thus
display
their
antimicrobial
action.
AgNPs
inhibit
proliferation
tumor
induce
oxidative
stress.
By
inhibiting
vascular
endothelial
growth
factor
(HIF)-1,
pro-inflammatory
mediators
generated
by
reduced,
mucin
hypersecretion
is
lessened,
gene
activity
subsequently
regulated
prevent
infections.
biogenic
synthesis
(AgNPs)
using
various
plants
applications
antibacterial,
antifungal,
antioxidant,
anticancer,
anti-inflammatory,
antidiabetic
activities
been
extensively
discussed
this
article.
Also,
because
only
natural
substances
utilized
manufacturing
process,
particles
that
created
naturally
coated,
stabilized,
play
vital
role
these
biomedical
actions.
characterization
AgNPs,
possibility
preparing
AgNPSs
different
shapes
biological
method
impact
on
functions
toxicities,
size,
shape
other
properties
toxicity
profiles,
limitations,
future
prospects
green-mediated
also
reported
study.
major
goal
study
provide
readers
comprehensive,
informed,
up-to-date
summary
production
methods
under-investigational
antidiabetic,
antifungal
anti-inflammatory
properties.
This
review
provides
instructions
suggestions
additional
studies
based
AgNPs.
evaluation
pushes
researchers
look
resources
like
plant
parts
create
useful
nanobiotechnology.
Green Chemistry Letters and Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(1)
Published: Feb. 2, 2024
This
study
aimed
to
synthesize
silver
nanoparticles
(VJ@AgNPs)
using
Valeriana
jatamansi
root
extract
and
assess
their
antibacterial,
antioxidant,
antibiofilm
properties
against
Escherichia
coli,
Staphylococcus
aureus,
Streptococcus
mutans.
Various
chemical
physical
characterization
methods
were
employed
analyze
the
synthesized
VJ@AgNPs.
UV-Visible
spectroscopy
confirmed
presence
of
VJ@AgNPs
with
a
peak
absorption
at
426
nm,
while
FT-IR
results
indicated
involvement
phyto-compounds
from
V.
in
reduction
stabilization
these
nanoparticles.
High-resolution
transmission
electron
microscopy
revealed
well-dispersed
spherical
nature
an
average
size
29.1
±
2.06
X-ray
diffraction
crystalline
structure.
The
biosynthesized
exhibited
significant
antibacterial
activity
all
tested
pathogens,
substantial
inhibition
zones
50
100
μg/mL
concentrations.
Additionally,
displayed
potent
antioxidant
capacity
scavenging
assays.
Furthermore,
showed
promise
photocatalytic
degradation,
effectively
removing
95%
RhB
dye
within
75
minutes
under
solar
light
irradiation,
following
pseudo-first-order
kinetics.
suggests
potential
application
wastewater
treatment
for
organic
removal.
biocompatible
environmentally
friendly
underscores
as
therapeutic
agents
bacterial
infections
oxidative
stress-related
diseases.
Viruses,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(3), P. 647 - 647
Published: Feb. 28, 2023
Current
antiviral
therapy
research
is
focused
on
developing
dosage
forms
that
enable
highly
effective
drug
delivery,
providing
a
selective
effect
in
the
organism,
lower
risk
of
adverse
effects,
dose
active
pharmaceutical
ingredients,
and
minimal
toxicity.
In
this
article,
drugs
mechanisms
their
action
are
summarized
at
beginning
as
prerequisite
background
to
develop
relevant
delivery/carrier
systems
for
them,
classified
briefly
discussed
subsequently.
Many
recent
studies
aim
different
types
synthetic,
semisynthetic,
natural
polymers
serving
favorable
matrix
carrier.
Besides
wider
view
delivery
systems,
review
focuses
advances
based
chitosan
(CS)
derivatized
CS
carriers.
its
derivatives
evaluated
concerning
methods
preparation,
basic
characteristics
properties,
approaches
incorporation
an
polymer
well
nanoparticulate
biomedical
applications
context
actual
therapy.
The
degree
development
(i.e.,
study,
vitro/ex
vivo/in
vivo
preclinical
testing),
benefits
limitations
reported
particular
viral
diseases
corresponding
antivirotics.
ACS Applied Nano Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
6(14), P. 12828 - 12848
Published: July 14, 2023
Biofouling
is
a
serious
concern
and
can
cause
health
risks
financial
burdens
in
many
settings
such
as
maritime
structures,
medical
devices,
water
treatment
plants.
Many
technologies
employing
toxic
biocides,
antifouling
coatings,
chlorine
have
been
established
to
prevent
or
impede
biofouling.
However,
their
applications
are
limited
due
environmental
concerns
regarding
biocides
coating
materials.
To
overcome
this,
novel
coatings
ecofriendly,
non-toxic
nanomaterials
appreciable
antimicrobial
antibiofilm
properties
developed.
Due
intrinsic
properties,
these
nanocoatings
proven
be
effective
against
several
water-borne
microorganisms.
Various
nanostructures
of
metals
(silver,
copper,
gold),
metal
oxides
(zinc
oxide,
titanium
copper
cerium
oxide),
carbon
(graphene
nanotubes),
nanocomposites
inhibit
the
biocorrosion
biofilm
formation
caused
by
bacteria.
Besides,
technology
developed
based
on
nanocontainers
releases
key
active
substances
that
promote
self-cleaning,
anticorrosion,
properties.
This
review
provides
comprehensive
overview
nanotechnology-enabled
agents
combat
micro-
macrofouling
phenomena.
Moreover,
recent
progress
industrial
sectors
marine
(ships),
water-treatment
plants,
devices
elaborated
with
relevant
examples.
The
mechanistic
insights
into
inhibitory
action
bacterial
cell
growth
presented.
challenges
associated
developing
nanoproducts,
practical
limitations,
prospects
also
discussed.