IP International Journal of Comprehensive and Advanced Pharmacology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
9(4), С. 275 - 283
Опубликована: Ноя. 15, 2024
ynthesis
and
evaluation
of
in
vitro
antioxidant
potential
silver
nanoparticles
(AgNPs)
made
from
methanolic
leaf
extract
Cassia
siamea,
To
develop
a
herbal,
potential,
cost-effective
source
antioxidative
agents.
Herbal
matter
have
been
good
nutrition
agents
the
ages,
to
fulfil
requirements
one
by
its
natural
phytoconstituents.
Present
study
compiles
the,
green
synthesis
AgNPs
using
C.
siamea.
Synthesized
were
characterized
used
for
detection
their
potential.
The
activity
was
analysed
through
DPPH
FRAP
assays.
While
is
known,
use
siamea
this
purpose
relatively
underexplored,
making
significant
contribution
field
nanotechnology
antioxidants.
findings
highlight
plant-mediated
future
applications
biomedicine,
particularly
as
natural,
eco-friendly
collection
identification
plant
done
University
Campus.
several
techniques
UV-Vis
spectrophotometry,
FTIR,
XRD,
particle
size
Zeta
analysis,
SEM,
confirming
formation
stable
AgNPs.
synthesized
evaluated
assays,
with
ascorbic
acid
serving
reference
standard.
By
current
can
be
concluded
that
after
successful
characterization
AgNPs,
Assay
demonstrated
had
concentration-dependent
%
scavenging
action,
considerable
radical
inhibition
at
all
examined
levels,
but
they
are
lower
than
acid.
Similarly,
assay
reducing
power
which
increased
concentration.
IC
values
obtained
both
assays
indicate
possess
substantial
activity.
bioactive
chemicals
play
an
important
role
nanoparticle
stability.
These
suggest
green-synthesized
exhibit
them
promising
candidates
biomedicine
nanotechnology.
This
contributes
growing
body
research
on
such
The
nanosystems
for
delivering
drugs
which
have
evolved
with
time,
are
being
designed
greater
drug
efficiency
and
lesser
side-effects,
also
complemented
by
the
advancement
of
numerous
innovative
materials.
In
comparison
to
organic
nanoparticles,
inorganic
nanoparticles
stable,
a
wide
range
physicochemical,
mechanical,
magnetic,
optical
characteristics,
capability
get
modified
using
some
ligands
enrich
their
attraction
towards
molecules
at
target
site,
makes
them
appealing
bio-imaging
delivery
applications.
One
strong
benefits
nanoparticles-drug
conjugate
is
possibility
affected
cells
locally,
thus
reducing
side-effects
like
cytotoxicity,
facilitating
higher
efficacy
therapeutic
drug.
This
review
features
direct
indirect
effects
such
gold,
silver,
graphene-based,
hydroxyapatite,
iron
oxide,
ZnO,
CeO2
in
developing
effective
carrier
systems.
article
has
remarked
peculiarities
these
nanoparticle-based
systems
pulmonary,
ocular,
wound
healing,
antibacterial
deliveries
as
well
across
Blood-Brain-Barrier
(BBB)
acting
agents
cancer
theranostics.
Additionally,
sheds
light
on
plausible
modifications
that
can
be
carried
out
from
researcher's
perspective,
could
open
new
pathway.
Pharmaceuticals,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
17(12), С. 1711 - 1711
Опубликована: Дек. 18, 2024
Nanotechnology
has
revolutionised
biomedical
research,
offering
innovative
healthcare
solutions.
Plant-based
nanotechnology
is
emerging
as
a
sustainable
alternative,
minimising
environmental
impacts
and
enhancing
therapeutic
effectiveness.
This
paper
explores
the
potential
of
plant-derived
nanoparticles
(PNPs)
in
medicine,
highlighting
their
biocompatibility,
multifunctionality,
eco-friendliness.
PNPs,
synthesised
through
green
methods,
have
demonstrated
promising
applications
drug
delivery,
cancer
therapy,
antimicrobial
treatments,
tissue
regeneration.
Their
unique
properties,
such
high
surface
area
bioactive
components,
enable
improved
targeting,
controlled
release,
reducing
side
effects
treatment
efficacy.
Additionally,
compounds’
inherent
antioxidant
retained
within
platinum
(PNPs),
present
opportunities
for
combating
resistance
promoting
wound
healing.
Despite
potential,
challenges
remain
standardising
PNP
synthesis,
ensuring
consistency,
scaling
up
production
industrial
applications.
review
emphasises
need
further
research
on
toxicity,
regulatory
frameworks
to
fully
harness
capabilities
clinical
commercial
represents
promising,
greener
alternative
advancing
solutions,
aligning
with
global
sustainability
goals.
Plants,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(22), С. 3137 - 3137
Опубликована: Ноя. 7, 2024
The
application
of
nanotechnology
in
agriculture
has
increased
rapidly.
However,
the
fate
and
effects
various
nanoparticles
on
soil,
plants,
humans
are
not
fully
understood.
Reports
indicate
that
exhibit
positive
negative
impacts
biota
due
to
their
size,
surface
property,
concentration
within
system,
species
or
cell
type
under
test.
In
translocated
either
by
apoplast
symplast
pathway
both.
Also,
it
is
clear
whether
entering
plant
system
remain
as
biotransformed
into
ionic
forms
other
organic
compounds.
Controversial
results
toxicity
nanomaterials
available.
general,
nanomaterial
was
exerted
producing
reactive
oxygen
species,
leading
damage
denaturation
biomolecules.
intensity
cyto-
geno-toxicity
depends
physical
chemical
properties
nanoparticles.
Based
literature
survey,
observed
growth,
photosynthesis,
primary
secondary
metabolism
plants
both
negative;
response
these
processes
nanoparticle
associated
with
nanoparticle,
tissue,
crop
stage
growth.
Future
studies
should
focus
addressing
key
knowledge
gaps
understanding
responses
at
all
levels
through
global
transcriptome,
proteome,
metabolome
assays
evaluating
field
conditions
realistic
exposure
concentrations
determine
level
entry
food
chain
assess
impact
ecosystem.
Pharmaceuticals,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
17(7), С. 869 - 869
Опубликована: Июль 2, 2024
The
green
synthesis
of
silver
nanoparticles
(AgNPs)
can
be
developed
using
safe
and
environmentally
friendly
routes,
replace
potentially
toxic
chemical
methods,
increase
the
scale
production.
This
study
aimed
to
synthesize
AgNPs
from
aqueous
extracts
guarana
(Paullinia
cupana)
leaves
flowers,
collected
in
different
seasons
year,
as
a
source
active
biomolecules
capable
reducing
ions
(Ag+)
promoting
stabilization
colloidal
(Ag0).
plant
were
characterized
regarding
their
metabolic
composition
by
liquid
chromatography
coupled
high-resolution
mass
spectrometry
(UHPLC-HRMS/MS),
phenolic
compound
content,
antioxidant
potential
against
free
radicals.
synthesized
UV/Vis
spectrophotometry,
dynamic
light
scattering
(DLS),
nanoparticle
tracking
analysis
(NTA),
transmission
electron
microscopy
(TEM),
scanning
energy-dispersive
X-ray
(EDX).
results
demonstrated
that
characterization
indicated
presence
secondary
metabolites
many
classes
compounds
studied
studied,
but
alkaloids
flavonoids
predominant,
which
are
widely
recognized
for
capabilities.
It
was
possible
notice
subtle
changes
properties
nanostructures
depending
on
parameters
such
seasonality
part
used,
with
showing
surface
plasmon
resonance
bands
between
410
420
nm
leaf
extract
440
460
when
prepared
flower
extract.
Overall,
average
hydrodynamic
diameters
similar
among
samples
(61.98
101.6
nm).
Polydispersity
index
remained
range
0.2
0.4,
indicating
stability
did
not
change
storage
time.
Zeta
above
−30
mV
after
one
month
analysis,
is
adequate
biological
applications.
TEM
images
showed
40.72
48.85
particles
morphologies.
EDX
content
weight
24.06
28.81%.
exhibited
antimicrobial
efficacy
various
pathogenic
microorganisms
clinical
environmental
interest,
MIC
values
2.12
21.25
µg/mL,
close
those
described
MBC
values.
Therefore,
our
revealed
use
native
species
Brazilian
biodiversity
combined
nanotechnology
produce
agents.
Candida
species
are
commensal
fungi
that
can
become
opportunistic
pathogens
under
specific
host
and
environmental
conditions.
The
emergence
of
multidrug-resistant
strains
poses
a
significant
challenge.
Nanotechnology
represents
cutting-edge
field
offering
precise
targeted
delivery
systems
for
combating
fungal
infections,
leveraging
the
unique
properties
plant-derived
bioactive
compounds.
This
investigation
employed
biogenic
approach
utilizing
polyherbal
leaf
extracts
from
Citrus
limon
medica,
known
their
abundant
Citral
content.
sp.
were
used
to
synthesize
Citrusfusion
silver
nanoparticles
(CitAgNPs)
through
green
synthesis
method.
Characterization
CitAgNPs
was
carried
out
using
advanced
analytical
methods
ensuring
quality,
uniformity,
size,
charge.
synthesized
exhibited
non
toxic
effect
when
tested
on
Vigna
radiata
Danio
rerio,
highlighting
potential
sustainability
safe
therapeutic
use.
Antifungal
assays
demonstrated
potent
efficacy
in
various
strains,
with
low
MIC
MFC.
remarkable
biofilm
inhibition
capabilities
elucidated
mechanisms
action
species,
surpassing
performance
fluconazole.
study
underscores
immense
nanotechnology-driven
approaches
harnessing
extract
synthesizing
highly
effective
antifungal
nanoparticles.
fusion
compounds
presents
sustainable
strategy
addressing
escalating
challenge
azole-resistant
infections.
research
outcomes
suggest
have
promising
applications
inhibiting
biofilms,
solutions
infections
caused
by
diaper
rashes
onychomycosis,
providing
alternatives
therapies.
Scientific Reports,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15(1)
Опубликована: Апрель 21, 2025
Abstract
The
study
investigated
the
capacity
of
endophytic
fungus
Talaromyces
funiculosus
to
biosynthesize
extracellular
AgNPs
and
assess
their
safety.
was
identified
through
morphological
phylogenetic
analyses.
biosynthesized
were
spherical
crystalline,
stable
(6
months),
mono-dispersed
(PDI:
0.007),
exhibiting
SPR
at
422.5
nm,
average
diameter
34.32
Zeta
potential
-18.41
mV.
optimal
biosynthesis
conditions
are
1
mM
AgNO
3
,
5
g
biomass,
pH
5.5,
a
reaction
temperature
60
°C.
Escherichia
coli
(bacterial
strains)
Candida
tropicalis
(yeast
exhibited
highest
susceptibility
with
inhibition
zones
26.3
mm
22.3
mm,
respectively,
50
µg/mL
AgNPs,
MICs
3.7
6.3
µg/mL,
respectively.
cytotoxicity
IC
values
48.11
ppm
for
HEK-293
35.88
Hep-G2
cells,
showing
selective
toxicity
toward
cancer
cells.
They
demonstrated
antioxidant
activity
by
increasing
GSH
(10.29
14.76
mmol/g)
reducing
MDA
(40.57
26.28
nmol/ml)
ppm.
also
enhanced
IL-10
production
(96.47
177.0
pg/mL)
reduced
TNF-α
levels
(55.77
41.06
pg/mL),
indicating
anti-inflammatory
properties.
These
results
support
safe
use
low-dose
however,
further
studies
needed
evaluate
clinical
uses.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
25(11), С. 5599 - 5599
Опубликована: Май 21, 2024
Antimicrobial
resistance
is
a
menace
to
public
health
on
global
scale.
In
this
regard,
nanomaterials
exhibiting
antimicrobial
properties
represent
promising
solution.
Both
metal
and
oxide
are
suitable
candidates,
even
though
their
mechanisms
of
action
vary.
Multiple
can
occur
simultaneously
or
independently;
includes
either
direct
contact
with
the
pathogens,
nanomaterial
uptake,
oxidative
stress,
ion
release,
any
combinations.
However,
due
specific
more
particularly
fast
settling,
existing
methods
study
nanoparticles
have
not
been
specifically
adapted
in
some
cases.
The
development
methodologies
that
assess
metallic
accurately
necessary.
A
cost-effective
methodology
straightforward
set-up
enables
easy
quick
assessment
high
accuracy
has
developed.
also
capable
confirming
whether
killing
mechanism
involves
ionic
diffusion.
Finally,
Aloe
Vera
gel
showed
good
for
use
as
medium
ointment.