Compounds,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
4(3), P. 503 - 520
Published: Aug. 19, 2024
Zinc
oxide
(ZnO)
nanoparticles
are
widely
recognized
for
their
distinctive
properties
and
versatile
applications
across
diverse
technological
domains.
However,
traditional
methods
of
synthesizing
ZnO
characterized
by
environmental
incompatibility,
high
costs,
the
necessity
precise
process
control
to
attain
intended
particle
dimensions
morphology.
The
present
study
utilized
a
chives
extract
as
sustainable
eco-friendly
fuel
in
solution
combustion
synthesized
(SCS)
produce
nanoparticles.
investigation
encompassed
an
analysis
impact
fuel-to-oxidizer
(F/O)
ratio
on
nanoparticles’
size,
morphology,
crystallinity.
X-ray
diffraction
(XRD)
results
showed
that
particle’s
crystallite
size
increased
significantly
from
12
nm
42
after
decreasing
F/O
ratio.
Furthermore,
electron
microscopic
imagery
FTIR
spectroscopy
outcomes
indicated
modifications
influenced
SCS
parameters,
forming
particles
with
morphologies,
including
spherical,
pyramid-like,
hexagonal,
hexagonal
plate-like
shapes.
This
research
presents
straightforward,
cost-efficient,
environmentally
approach
producing
presenting
broad
potential
various
applications.
Journal of Basic Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 14, 2025
ABSTRACT
One
of
the
main
difficulties
in
nanotechnology
is
development
an
environmentally
friendly,
successful
method
producing
nanoparticles
from
biological
sources.
Silver‐doped
zinc
oxide
(Ag‐ZnO
NPs),
with
antibacterial
and
antioxidant
properties,
were
produced
using
Adiantum
venustum
extract
as
a
green
technique.
Fresh
A.
plants
gathered,
then
their
bioactive
elements
extracted
cold
water
processed
into
nanoparticles.
The
goal
was
to
develop
Ag‐ZnO
NPs
(nanoparticles)
for
medical
applications,
especially
regard
antifungal
properties.
Pathogens
such
Fusarium
oxysporum
,
Escherichia
coli
Staphylococcus
aureus
tested
against
synthesized
While
FTIR
spectroscopy
revealed
functional
groups,
X‐ray
diffraction
validated
crystalline
structure.
scanning
electron
microscope
analysis
that
had
average
size
30.16
nm
irregular
shape.
Additionally,
energy
dispersive
analysis)
confirmed
elemental
composition.
compounds
present
significantly
stabilized
Strong
activity
demonstrated.
In
particular,
this
work
shows
by
synthesis
could
be
used
biomedical
drug
delivery
therapy.
Nanoscale Advances,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
ZnO
nanoparticles
were
produced
using
Morinda
citrifolia
fruit
extract
and
evaluated
for
their
performance
in
the
removal
of
Congo
red
(CR)
dye
under
visible
light,
as
well
antibacterial
activity
against
different
pathogenic
strains.
The
photocatalyst
was
characterized
according
to
crystallinity,
surface
elements
morphology.
Various
factors
related
photocatalytic
activity,
namely
contact
time,
dosage,
initial
CR
concentration,
pH,
investigated.
Under
optimal
conditions,
a
moderate
loading
achieved
high
degradation
efficiency
95.23%
within
60
min
light
irradiation,
determined
response
methodology
(RSM)
coupled
with
face-centered
design
(CCF).
Additionally,
scavenger
study
confirmed
that
superoxide
radicals
(˙O2
-)
holes
(h+)
major
reactive
species
photodegradation
CR.
Furthermore,
remarkable,
highest
inhibition
zone
measuring
20.7
mm
Salmonella
typhimurium.
This
provides
promising
approach
developing
highly
efficient
photocatalysts
strong
adsorption
capabilities
whilst
also
broadening
application
agents.
Applied Organometallic Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
39(6)
Published: May 14, 2025
ABSTRACT
The
proposed
study
was
undertaken
to
design
a
facile,
straightforward
recoverable
Titania@ITO‐grown
nanocatalyst,
owning
ironic
catalytic
sites
synthesized
via
liquid
phase
deposition
protocol.
size,
shape,
charge,
and
morphological
characteristics
of
the
functional
nanocatalyst
were
determined
zeta
seizer,
XRD,
potential,
SEM,
critically
disclosing
⁓5–6
nm,
anatase
crystalline
nature,
−44.0
mV,
flakes
or
sheet‐like
morphology,
respectively.
reuse
particles
evaluated
for
their
antimicrobial
efficiency.
obtained
data
revealed
that
titania
is
promising
ultrafast
reduction
organic
pollutants
(4‐nitrophenol)
with
99%
efficiency,
utilizing
only
120
μg
within
60
s
following
microwave‐assisted
protocols.
Moreover,
phenomenal
antibacterial
activity
disclosed
by
against
both
gram‐positive
gram‐negative
bacteria.
anticipated
advantageous
due
its
ultrafine
economical
design,
significant
amount
capabilities
in
short
space
time,
along
extreme
recyclability,
negligible
loss
abilities.
provided
here
more
valuable
useful
than
methods,
symbolizing
an
exceptional
commercial
icon.
Applied Organometallic Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
39(6)
Published: May 19, 2025
ABSTRACT
In
current
trends,
the
green
synthesis
of
metal
oxide
nanoparticles
acts
as
an
eco‐friendly
and
biocompatible
methods.
this
present
study,
we
use
aqueous
extract
Tribulus
terrestris
to
prepare
zinc
(ZnO)
along
with
supports
acetate
dihydrate.
The
chemical
constituents
in
plant
T.
act
both
reducing
controlling
agents
for
producing
ZnO
nanoparticles.
Initially,
formation
was
identified
through
characteristic
peak
that
appeared
at
372
nm
UV–Vis
spectrum.
SEM
analysis,
nanoparticles'
morphology
revealed
needle‐like
distributions.
Fullprof‐assisted
Rietveld
refinement
executed
on
measured
PXRD
pattern
has
confirmed
hexagonal
crystalline
nature
biosynthesized
FTIR
spectroscopy
technique
used
identify
functional
groups
responsible
spectrum,
appearance
fingerprint
region
observed
472
cm
−1
represents
presence
Using
energy
dispersive
X‐ray
(EDX)
compositions
synthesized
powdered
form
their
weight
percentage.
addition,
antibacterial
activity
dielectric
behavior
have
been
investigated.
Finally,
utilization
biodegradable
nanocomposite
materials
will
provide
a
novel
path
outstanding
electronic
applications
storage
devices.
Journal of Basic Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 22, 2025
ABSTRACT
In
the
present
study,
sunlight‐mediated
Carboxymethyl
cellulose
silver
nanoparticles
(CMC‐AgNPs)
have
been
synthesized
as
a
carrier
for
serratiopeptidase
immobilization.
Morphological
behavior
of
CMC‐AgNPs,
crystallinity
and
functional
group
identification
were
evaluated
using
scanning
electron
microscopy,
X‐ray
diffraction
Fourier
transform
infrared
spectroscopy,
respectively.
The
prepared
(NPs)
also
subjected
to
zeta
potential,
which
disclosed
potential
value
about—36.06
mV,
suggesting
their
negative
charge
surface,
good
stability
polydispersity.
SRP
was
immobilized
on
NPs
through
covalent
adsorption
glutaraldehyde
crosslinker.
Immobilized
(CMC/Ag‐SRP)
exhibited
80.95%
immobilization
efficiency
79.73%
yield,
Remarkably
greater
relative
activities
at
broader
temperature
pH
ranges
attained
by
after
in
comparison
its
free
counterpart.
K
m
significantly
higher
enzyme,
whereas
V
max
conspicuously
lower,
indicating
that
less
enzyme
sufficient
achieve
maximum
velocity.
zone
inhibition
displayed
CMC‐AgNPs
than
native
against
both
gram‐positive
Listeria
monocytogenes
(12
±
0.05
mm)
gram‐negative
Escherichia
coli
(22
0.12
mm).
bigger
casein
agar
plates
confirms
enhanced
caseinolytic
activity
starting
materials.
Vitro
anti‐inflammatory
assessment
CMC/Ag‐SRP
presented
more
potency
NPs,
comparable
standard
drug.
Reusability
data
demonstrated
50%
initial
retained
seven
successive
cycles.
Thereby,
it
is
concluded
incorporation
onto
effects
lower
concentrations
with
improved
activity.
