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Chemistry, Applied
A. Wasilewska, U. Klekotka, M. Zambrzycka, G. Zambrowski, I. Swiecicka, B. Kalska-Szostko
Summary: Understanding the properties of silver nanoparticles is crucial for developing new antimicrobial agents. In this study, silver nanoparticles were synthesized using natural reducing agents from plant extracts, and their antimicrobial properties were evaluated against various microorganisms. The results showed that the nanoparticles obtained from different extracts exhibited specific characteristics and varied antimicrobial activities.
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Suresh Chand Mali, Anita Dhaka, Sheetal Sharma, Rohini Trivedi
Summary: Green synthesis of copper nanoparticles using plant entities has gained attention in materials science as a sustainable and eco-friendly approach. Plant extracts act as reducing and stabilizing agents for the bio-reduction of metal ions to novel copper nanoparticles. Copper nanoparticles possess unique properties such as antifungal, antibacterial, anticancer drugs, and catalytic action towards degradation of hazardous dyes. This review evaluates and discusses the green synthesis of copper nanoparticles using plant entities and their potential applications.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Guibin Lin, Chenhui Zhao, Wenqiang Liao, Jianmin Yang, Yunquan Zheng
Summary: Rubropunctatin-functionalized silver nanoparticles (R-AgNPs) were successfully synthesized using rubropunctatin as the reducing and blocking agent. R-AgNPs exhibited excellent stability and strong antibacterial activity, with the mechanism of antibacterial action being the destruction of bacterial cell membrane. The cytotoxicity of R-AgNPs was lower than that of commercial silver nanoparticles.
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Environmental Sciences
A. Muthu Kumara Pandian, B. Gopalakrishnan, M. Rajasimman, N. Rajamohan, C. Karthikeyan
Summary: Silver nanoparticles were synthesized using marine algae and key parameters were optimized for improved production. The nanoparticles showed good adsorption efficiency for copper in water, demonstrating potential for industrial application.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nhat Linh Duong, Van Minh Nguyen, Thi A. Ni Tran, Thi Diem Trinh Phan, Thi Bao Yen Tran, Ba Long Do, Nguyen Phung Anh, Thi Anh Thu Nguyen, Thanh Gia-Thien Ho, Tri Nguyen
Summary: This study proposes a method for the synthesis of fungicides using durian shell extract as a reducing agent to synthesize copper and Cu2O nanoparticles. The extraction of sugar and polyphenols from durian shell extract was optimized, and the green-synthesized Cu/Cu2O nanocomposites exhibited excellent antifungal efficacy against plant pathogenic fungi.
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Noelia Gonzalez-Ballesteros, Mario Fernandes, Raul Machado, Paula Sampaio, Andreia C. Gomes, Antonella Cavazza, Franca Bigi, Maria Carmen Rodriguez-Arguelles
Summary: Gold (Au@UP) and silver (Ag@UP) nanoparticles were synthesized using an aqueous extract of Undaria pinnatifida (UP). These nanoparticles exhibited excellent physicochemical properties and demonstrated effective antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant microbes.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Asem A. Mohamed, Mohammed Abu-Elghait, Nehad E. Ahmed, Salem S. Salem
Summary: This study demonstrated the mycogenic synthesis of medically applied zinc oxide and copper oxide nanoparticles. The nanoparticles showed high antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities, suggesting their potential for medical applications in limiting the spread of pathogenic microbes.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2021)
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Polymer Science
Jaime Bueno, Leire Virto, Manuel Toledano-Osorio, Elena Figuero, Manuel Toledano, Antonio L. Medina-Castillo, Raquel Osorio, Mariano Sanz, David Herrera
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the antibacterial effect of polymeric nanoparticles functionalized with calcium, zinc, or doxycycline on a subgingival biofilm model. The results showed that doxycycline-functionalized nanoparticles had higher antibacterial activity and reduced bacterial load on titanium discs.
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Biology
Mohammad Oves, Mohd Ahmar Rauf, Mohammad Aslam, Huda A. Qari, Hana Sonbol, Irfan Ahmad, Gaffar Sarwar Zaman, Mohd Saeed
Summary: The study focused on the synthesis of silver nanoparticles using plant extract as an alternative treatment for drug-resistant infections. The nanoparticles showed significant antibacterial activity against Streptococcus pneumonia and Staphylococcus aureus, as well as promising efficacy against fungal pathogens. Additionally, the nanomaterials exhibited biocompatibility and potential anticancer activities against MDA MB-231 cells.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Md. Amdadul Huq, Md. Ashrafudoulla, M. Mizanur Rahman, Sri Renukadevi Balusamy, Shahina Akter
Summary: Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using biological resources is a convenient, economical, and environmentally friendly method. Plant extracts and microorganisms can act as reducing and capping agents in the synthesis of silver nanoparticles. These biosynthesized silver nanoparticles have potential applications in biomedical science, particularly as antibacterial agents.
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Agricultural Engineering
Qun Zhang, Yangyang Sun, Yu Liu
Summary: In this study, chitosan (CS) and phytic acid (PA) polymers and nanoparticles were synthesized and characterized for the preparation of materials with dye adsorption and drug delivery properties. The CS-PA polymers and nanoparticles were prepared through a simple one-step ionic cross-linking protocol, with their formation depending on solution pH, CS and PA molecular weight, and concentration. The materials exhibited different morphologies and sizes based on the experimental conditions, and showed good stability under specific conditions. The study provides insights for the construction and application of CS-based materials.
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(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Conghao Lin, Fang Luan, Shengjia Su, Aili Jiang, Wenqiang Tan, Zhanyong Guo
Summary: In this study, water-soluble fluorine-functionalized chitooligosaccharide derivatives were synthesized and evaluated for their antimicrobial activity. The derivatives containing benzyl or fluorobenzyl exhibited significant antimicrobial activity, with the 2,3,4-trifluorobenzyl derivative showing the highest inhibition against Botryis cinerea. Furthermore, all samples showed good biocompatibility against Huvec cells. The incorporation of pyridinium cations and fluorine into the chitooligosaccharide backbone was found to play a critical role in enhancing its antimicrobial properties. These findings provide promising prospects for the development of more effective and environmentally friendly antimicrobial agents.
CARBOHYDRATE RESEARCH
(2023)
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Materials Science, Composites
Zaira Humphreys Salas, Ariadna Fernanda Martinez Avila, Maria Monica Hernandez Orozco, Eduardo A. Elizalde Pena, Lourdes Palma Tirado, Leonardo Aurelio Baldenegro Perez, Felipe Padilla Vaca, Gabriel Luna-Barcenas, Beatriz Liliana Espana Sanchez
Summary: In this study, copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) were synthesized using ultrasound assistance and incorporated into face masks as an effective antibacterial additive. The synthesized CuNPs showed strong antibacterial activity against high virulence pathogens, and they were successfully deposited onto PES fibers on the surface of non-woven face masks. This study provides a facile and environmentally friendly method to produce antibacterial CuNPs for antimicrobial coatings.
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(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Syed Haseeb Shah, Xiaoliang Shan, Sofia Baig, Hongwei Zhao, Bushra Ismail, Irum Shahzadi, Zahid Majeed, Shamyla Nawazish, Maria Siddique, Ayesha Baig
Summary: This research identified Penicillium solitum as the fungal pathogen causing mold-like disease in potatoes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The study synthesized silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) using Penicillium solitum, which exhibited strong antibacterial and antifungal activity. This is the first report of Penicillium solitum identification, Ag NPs synthesis, and characterization in Pakistan.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Badiaa Essghaier, Hedia Hannachi, Rihem Nouir, Filomena Mottola, Lucia Rocco
Summary: Novel silver nanoparticles were synthesized using an extremophile plant extract for the first time, showing a color change from yellow to brown and size ranging from 14.13 to 21.26 nm. They exhibited strong antioxidant and antidiabetic activities, as well as antimicrobial effects on various bacterial mechanisms and inhibitory effects on Candida albicans virulence factor.
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Microbiology
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(2017)
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Ashraf M. M. Essa, Mohamed K. Khallaf
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A. M. M. Essa, S. M. Fathy
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(2019)
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Environmental Sciences
Khaled E. El-Gayar, Ashraf M. Essa, Emad A. Abada
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(2020)
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Hend M. M. Selim, Nafisa M. Gomaa, Ashraf M. M. Essa
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(2017)
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(2007)
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A. M. M. Essa, N. J. Creamer, N. L. Brown, L. E. Macaskie
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(2006)
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AMM Essa, LE Macaskie, NL Brown
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(2005)
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(2003)
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