IGI Global eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 91 - 142
Published: April 25, 2025
Nanoparticle
synthesis
has
gained
significant
interest
over
the
years
because
of
its
unique
characteristics
and
sustainable
productive
applications
in
numerous
fields.
Metals
exhibiting
a
friend-foe
relationship
with
bacteria,
possess
potential
to
inhibit
their
growth
specific
forms
concentrations.
The
increase
antimicrobial
resistance
recent
drawn
attention.
Top-down
Bottom-up
are
two
approaches
metal
nanoparticle
synthesis.
Gold,
silver,
copper,
etc.
have
been
used
medical
fields
from
ancient
times.
Although
these
conventional
methods
creating
nanoparticles
effective
adaptable,
they
very
negative
effects.
On
other
hand,
green
provides
an
economical
environmentally
beneficial
substitute
by
using
natural
resources.
To
address
current
problem
resistance,
this
review
highlights
activity
contributions
sustainability,
safety
efficiency
production
as
well
process,
benefits,
drawbacks.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: March 11, 2024
Abstract
The
antifungal
efficacy
and
cytotoxicity
of
a
novel
nano-antifungal
agent,
the
Fe
3
O
4
@SiO
2
/Schiff-base
complex
Cu(II)
magnetic
nanoparticles
(MNPs),
have
been
assessed
for
targeting
drug-resistant
Candida
species.
Due
to
rising
issue
fungal
infections,
especially
candidiasis,
resistance
traditional
antifungals,
there
is
an
urgent
need
new
therapeutic
strategies.
Utilizing
Schiff-base
ligands
known
their
broad-spectrum
antimicrobial
activity,
/Schiff-base/Cu(II)
MNPs
synthesized.
was
characterized
by
Fourier
Transform-Infrared
Spectroscopy
(FT-IR),
X-ray
Diffraction
(XRD),
Transmission
Electron
Microscopy
(TEM),
Scanning
(SEM),
Dynamic
Light
Scattering
(DLS),
Energy-dispersive
(EDX),
Vibrating
Sample
Magnetometer
(VSM),
Thermogravimetric
analysis
(TGA),
demonstrating
successful
synthesis.
potential
evaluated
against
six
species
(
C
.
dubliniensis
,
krusei
tropicalis
parapsilosis
glabrata
albicans
)
using
broth
microdilution
method.
results
indicated
strong
activity
in
range
8–64
μg/mL
with
lowest
MIC
(8
μg/mL)
observed
result
showed
32
C.
as
most
common
infection
source.
mechanism
likely
due
disruption
cell
wall
membrane,
along
increased
reactive
oxygen
(ROS)
generation
leading
death.
MTT
(3-[4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl]-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium
bromide)
assay
on
mouse
L929
fibroblastic
cells
suggested
low
toxicity
even
enhanced
proliferation
at
certain
concentrations.
This
study
demonstrates
promise
potent
agent
applications
treatment
life-threatening
healthcare-associated
beyond.
Biomimetics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(3), P. 154 - 154
Published: March 1, 2024
The
incidence
of
microbial
infections
in
orthopedic
prosthetic
surgeries
is
a
perennial
problem
that
increases
morbidity
and
mortality,
representing
one
the
major
complications
such
medical
interventions.
emergence
novel
technologies,
especially
3D
printing,
represents
promising
avenue
development
for
reducing
risk
eventualities.
There
are
already
host
biomaterials,
suitable
being
tested
antimicrobial
properties
when
they
coated
with
bioactive
compounds,
as
antibiotics,
or
combined
hydrogels
antioxidant
properties,
chitosan
metal
nanoparticles,
among
others.
materials
discussed
context
this
paper
comprise
beta-tricalcium
phosphate
(β-TCP),
biphasic
calcium
(BCP),
hydroxyapatite,
lithium
disilicate
glass,
polyetheretherketone
(PEEK),
poly(propylene
fumarate)
(PPF),
poly(trimethylene
carbonate)
(PTMC),
zirconia.
While
recent
research
results
promising,
further
required
to
address
increasing
antibiotic
resistance
exhibited
by
several
common
pathogens,
potential
fungal
infections,
toxicity
some
nanoparticles.
Other
solutions,
like
incorporation
phytochemicals,
should
also
be
explored.
Incorporating
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
certain
implants
use
AI
against
bacterial
might
represent
viable
solutions
these
problems.
Finally,
there
legal
considerations
associated
biomaterials
widespread
which
must
taken
into
account.
Antibiotics,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(3), P. 253 - 253
Published: March 1, 2025
Background/Objectives:
Antimicrobial
resistance
(AMR)
poses
a
significant
public
health
threat,
leading
to
increased
mortality.
The
World
Health
Organization
has
established
priority
list
highlighting
critical
multidrug-resistant
(MDR)
pathogens
that
demand
urgent
research
on
antimicrobial
treatments.
Considering
this
and
the
fact
new
antibiotics
are
only
sporadically
approved,
natural
antibacterial
agents
have
seen
resurgence
in
interest
as
potential
alternatives
conventional
chemotherapeutics.
Natural
antibacterials,
derived
from
microorganisms,
higher
fungi,
plants,
animals,
minerals,
food
sources,
offer
diverse
mechanisms
of
action
against
MDR
pathogens.
Here,
we
present
comprehensive
summary
including
brief
history
their
application
key
strategies
for
using
microorganisms
(microbiopredators,
such
bacteriophages),
plant
extracts
essential
oils,
minerals
(e.g.,
silver
copper),
well
compounds
animal
origin,
milk
or
even
venoms.
review
also
addresses
role
prebiotics,
probiotics,
peptides,
novel
formulations
nanoparticles.
these
compounds,
terpenoids,
alkaloids,
phenolic
explored
alongside
challenges
application,
e.g.,
extraction,
formulation,
pharmacokinetics.
Conclusions:
Future
should
focus
developing
eco-friendly,
sustainable
validating
safety
efficacy
through
clinical
trials.
Clear
regulatory
frameworks
integrating
into
practice.
Despite
challenges,
sources
transformative
combating
AMR
promoting
solutions.
International Journal of Nanomedicine,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
Volume 19, P. 12889 - 12937
Published: Dec. 1, 2024
Abstract:
Over
the
last
decade,
biomedical
nanomaterials
have
garnered
significant
attention
due
to
their
remarkable
biological
properties
and
diverse
applications
in
biomedicine.
Metal
oxide
nanoparticles
(NPs)
are
particularly
notable
for
wide
range
of
medicinal
uses,
including
antibacterial,
anticancer,
biosensing,
cell
imaging,
drug/gene
delivery.
Among
these,
zinc
(ZnO)
NPs
stand
out
versatility
effectiveness.
Recently,
ZnO
become
a
primary
material
various
sectors,
such
as
pharmaceutical,
cosmetic,
antimicrobials,
construction,
textile,
automotive
industries.
can
generate
reactive
oxygen
species
induce
cellular
apoptosis,
thus
underpinning
potent
anticancer
antibacterial
properties.
To
meet
growing
demand,
numerous
synthetic
approaches
been
developed
produce
NPs.
However,
traditional
manufacturing
processes
often
involve
economic
environmental
costs,
prompting
search
more
sustainable
alternatives.
Intriguingly,
synthesis
methods
utilizing
plants,
plant
extracts,
or
microorganisms
emerged
ideal
producing
These
green
production
techniques
offer
medicinal,
economic,
environmental,
health
benefits.
This
review
highlights
latest
advancements
applications,
showcasing
potential
revolutionize
field
with
eco-friendly
cost-effective
solutions.
Keywords:
antimicrobial,
antioxidant,
synthesis,
nanomedicine,
nanoparticle,
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(3), P. 411 - 411
Published: Jan. 23, 2025
The
United
Arab
Emirates
(UAE)
is
home
to
diverse
indigenous
medicinal
plants
traditionally
used
for
centuries.
This
study
systematically
evaluates
the
pharmacological
and
nutritional
potential
of
key
plants,
including
Lawsonia
inermis,
Nigella
sativa,
Ziziphus
spina-christi,
Allium
cepa,
sativum,
Cymbopogon
schoenanthus,
Matricaria
aurea,
Phoenix
dactylifera,
Portulaca
oleracea,
Reichardia
tingitana,
Salvadora
persica,
Solanum
lycopersicum,
Trigonella
foenum-graecum,
Withania
somnifera,
lotus.
Comprehensive
literature
searches
were
conducted
using
PubMed,
Scopus,
Web
Science
identify
studies
relevant
their
uses.
findings
highlight
therapeutic
roles
these
in
managing
global
health
challenges
such
as
gastrointestinal
diseases,
antimicrobial
resistance
through
bioactive
compounds
like
flavonoids,
polyphenols,
antioxidants.
Additionally,
contributions
nutrition,
essential
vitamins
minerals,
are
emphasized
disease
prevention
promotion.
While
this
research
focuses
on
UAE,
implications
globally
relevant,
many
also
found
traditional
medicine
across
Asia,
Africa,
Europe.
Integrating
into
healthcare
systems
offers
solutions
pressing
public
concerns,
reduces
reliance
synthetic
pharmaceuticals,
promotes
sustainable
practices.
work
a
valuable
reference
researchers,
professionals,
policymakers,
bridging
knowledge
modern
scientific
applications
globally.
International Journal of Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
2025(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
The
escalating
threat
of
infectious
diseases,
exacerbated
by
antimicrobial
resistance
(AMR)
and
biofilm
formation,
necessitates
innovative
therapeutic
strategies.
This
review
presents
a
comprehensive
exploration
the
potential
nanoparticles
synthesized
from
natural
sources,
including
plant
extracts,
microbial
products,
marine
compounds,
as
agents.
These
naturally
derived
demonstrated
significant
antibiofilm
antivirulence
effects,
with
specific
examples
revealing
their
capacity
to
reduce
mass
up
78%
inhibit
bacterial
quorum
sensing
65%.
integration
bioactive
such
polyphenols
chitosan,
facilitates
nanoparticle
stability
enhances
efficacy,
while
green
synthesis
protocols
environmental
risks.
Notably,
identifies
silver
using
tea
achieving
85%
inhibition
polymicrobial
growth
in
vitro.
Despite
these
promising
results,
challenges
standardization
scalability
persist.
study
underscores
transformative
leveraging
sourced
sustainable
alternatives
conventional
antimicrobials,
offering
quantitative
insights
for
future
application
combating
mono-
infections.
BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
24(1)
Published: June 20, 2024
Abstract
Iron
nanoparticles
comprise
a
significant
class
of
inorganic
nanoparticles,
which
discover
applications
in
various
zones
by
prudence
their
few
exciting
properties.
This
study
achieved
the
green
synthesis
iron
oxide
(IONPs)
black
cumin
seed
(
Nigella
sativa
)
extract,
acts
as
reducing
and
capping
agent.
The
extract
were
synthesized
three
different
concentrations:
(01:01,
02:04,01:04).
UV-visible
spectroscopy,
XRD,
FTIR,
AFM
characterized
nanoparticles.
spectra
show
maximum
absorbance
peak
01:01
concentration
at
380
nm.
other
concentrations,
such
02:04,
peaked
400
nm
01:04
680
nm,
confirming
formation
analysis
reveals
spherical
shape
XRD
reveal
(fcc)
cubic
crystal
structure
FTIR
analysis’s
peaks
457.13,
455.20,
457.13
cm-1
depict
characteristic
nanoparticle
synthesis.
extract-mediated
substantial
antibacterial,
antifungal,
antioxidant
anti-inflammatory
activity
dose-dependent
manner.