Full Description
This book describes various strategies for the synthesis of green nanoparticles using plant extracts and microbes, including the advantages and disadvantages of different methods and their applications.
After discussing strategies for and the potential of green synthesis of noble metal nanoparticles, it highlights the role of the solvent system. The book then explores the stability/toxicity of nanoparticles and the associated-surface engineering techniques for achieving biocompatibility, and examines the antimicrobial efficacy of green nanoparticles with regard to various bacterial pathogens, as well as the underlying cytotoxicity mechanisms.
Lastly, the book addresses the potential applications of various green nanoparticles in cancer theranostics, and reviews a number of plant-mediated nanoparticles as potential pharmaceutical agents. Given its scope, the book will be of interest to all scientists and students wanting to learn more about the synthesis and applicationsof green nanoparticles.
Contents
Chapter 1. Research Progression on Studies Related to Green Synthesis Nanoparticles: A Bibliometric Review.- Chapter 2. Current Green Nanotechnology: The Case of Noble Metal Nanocomposites and Applications.- Chapter 3. Role of Solvent System in Green Synthesis of Nanoparticles.- Chapter 4. Surface Engineering Techniques Associated with Stability, Biocompatibility and Toxicity of Nanoparticles.- Chapter 5. Role of Light in the Improvement of Nanoparticles Synthesis.- Chapter 6. Application of Nanomaterials for Cancer Diagnosis and Therapy.- Chapter 7. Marine Resources for Biosynthesis and Surface Modification of Anticancer Nanoparticles.- Chapter 8. Green Synthesis of Nanoparticles and Their Application in Cancer Therapy.- Chapter 9. Gold Nanoparticles: Biogenic Synthesis and Anticancer Application.- Chapter 10. Toxicity and Synthesis of Bacteriogenic Silver Nanoparticles Against Bacterial Pathogens: A Critical Review.- Chapter 11. Green Synthesis of Selenium Nanoparticles (SeNPs) via Environment-Friendly Biological Entities.- Chapter 12. Biogenic Synthesis, Characterization, Toxicity Assessment, Antiparasitic and Antibacterial Activities of Silver Nanoparticle from Lippia Multiflora.- Chapter 13. Green Synthesis of MgO Nanoparticles and its Effect on Chlorophyll Content in Plant Tissue Culture.- Chapter 14. Application of Green Nano-silica in Civil Engineering.
