Discover Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
19(1)
Published: Oct. 2, 2024
Abstract
Cyanobacteria,
being
a
prominent
category
of
phototrophic
organism,
exhibit
substantial
potential
as
valuable
source
bioactive
compounds
and
phytonutrients,
including
liposomes,
amino
derivatives,
proteins,
carotenoids.
In
this
investigation,
polyphasic
approach
was
employed
to
isolate
characterize
newly
discovered
cyanobacterial
strain
from
rice
field
in
the
Garh
Moor
district
Jhang.
Desertifilum
sp.
TN-15,
unique
less
explored
strain,
holds
significant
promise
novel
candidate
for
synthesis
nanoparticles.
This
noticeable
research
gap
underscores
novelty
untapped
TN-15
nanomedicine.
The
characterization
biogenically
synthesized
ZnO–NPs
involved
application
diverse
analytical
techniques.
Ultraviolet–visible
spectroscopy
revealed
surface
plasmon
resonance
peak
at
298
nm.
Fourier
transform
infrared
spectral
analysis
utilized
confirm
involvement
biomolecules
biogenic
stability.
Scanning
electron
microscopy
probe
morphology
unveiling
their
size
94.80
nm
star-shaped.
Furthermore,
X-ray
diffraction
substantiated
crystalline
nature
ZnO–NPs,
with
measuring
46
To
assess
physical
stability
zeta
dynamic
light
scattering
measurements
were
conducted,
yielding
values
+
31.6
mV,
nm,
respectively,
indicative
favorable
antibacterial
capabilities
are
attributed
its
abundance
components,
Through
zinc
oxide
nanoparticles
(ZnO–NPs)
we
have
effectively
used
these
chemicals
generate
that
noteworthy
activity
against
Staphylococcus
aureus
(MIC:
30.05
±
0.003
µg/ml).
Additionally,
displayed
potent
antifungal
antioxidant
properties,
well
antihemolytic
effects
on
red
blood
cells
(IC
50
:
4.8
Cytotoxicity
assessment
using
brine
shrimps
an
IC
value
3.1
µg/ml.
multifaceted
actions
underscore
applications
pharmacological
therapeutic
fields.
study
proposes
method
production
utilizing
recently
identified
highlighting
growing
significance
biological
systems
environmentally
friendly
fabrication
metallic
nanomaterials.
Reviews in Inorganic Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 21, 2024
Abstract
Industrial
activities
generate
significant
amounts
of
wastewater
containing
toxic
heavy
metals,
posing
severe
environmental
and
health
risks.
This
review
explores
the
efficient
removal
metals
from
industrial
through
adsorption
techniques.
Adsorption
stands
out
as
a
promising
method
due
to
its
versatility,
cost-effectiveness,
high
efficiency
in
reducing
metal
concentrations
permissible
levels.
The
systematically
examines
various
adsorbents
used
effluent
treatment,
including
activated
carbon,
zeolites,
biochars,
highlighting
their
mechanisms
performance
ion
removal.
Factors
influencing
efficiency,
such
pH,
temperature,
adsorbent
dosage,
concentration,
are
critically
evaluated.
Recent
advancements
technologies,
hybrid
materials
functionalized
adsorbents,
discussed
terms
enhancing
efficiencies
addressing
specific
challenges
treatment.
provides
comprehensive
insights
into
current
state
by
adsorption,
emphasizing
technological
advancements,
challenges,
future
research
directions
aimed
at
sustainable
effective
treatment
practices.
