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93 articles for “Silver nanoparticle”
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Characterization and Stability Study of Synthesized Gold and Silver Nanoparticles
Abstract: A basic initial characterization and stability study of synthesised gold and silver nanoparticles was carried out. Silver nanoparticles were synthesised by modified Creighton's method. Gold nanoparticles were synthesised by Turkevich method. The synthesised nanoparticles were subjected to characterization studies using DLS, UV-VIS spectrophotometer, pH meter, and the size characterization was studied using Mie plot and NNLs software. The objective of the study being to check the stability of the nanoparticles …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Green Synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Moringa Oleifera leaf extract: Investigation of Photocatalytic activity
Abstract: In the present study, cost effective and environment friendly silver nanoparticles were synthesized using Moringa Oleifera leaves extract as the reducing and capping agent. The nanoparticles (AgNPs) were characterized using UV-visble, FT-IR, XRD, and Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis. The surface plasmon resonance peaks in absorption spectra for silver colloidal solution showed an absorption peak at 443 nm in a UV-visible spectrum. From the XRD data, we suggest the occurrence …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 60–68 Read article
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Phytosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using Calotropis gigantea flower extract and its antibacterial activity
Abstract: The present study involves the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using the extract of white Calotropis gigantea flowers. The AgNPs were characterized by UV-Vis spectroscopy, FESEM, XRD, FTIR analysis. A color change was observed at 384 nm indicating the synthesis of nanoparticles due to surface plasmon resonance. The average nanoparticle size was about 50 nm. XRD analysis showed that the AgNPs were crystalline and face centered in nature. FTIR …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 53–60 Read article
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Silver Nanoparticles Incorporated Soy Protein and Chitosan based Biomaterials
Abstract: Chitosan and soy protein are abundantly available renewable biopolymers. The combination of the nano-sized powders and the biopolymer matrix will result in the formation of bio-nanocomposites. Due to bactericidal properties, silver nanoparticles are widely used in the medical applications. Chitosan and soy protein based bio-nanocomposites can be fabricated by incorporating silver nanoparticles in the biopolymer matrix. The bio-nanocomposites fabricated can be used as antimicrobial packaging which can be considered as …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2014 Read article
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Histopathological Effects of Silver Nanoparticles on Gills and Liver of Freshwater Fingerlings Catla catla (Ham.)
Abstract: Fish is the best biomarker to identify the adverse effect on surroundings. Here, the fingerlings of major carp (Catla catla) were used as a model in the present work to investigate the toxicity caused by silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). The fish exposed to different concentrations of 10 μg/L and 30 μg/L AgNPs for 15 days were sampled at days 5, 10 and 15 for histology. This exposure caused organ injuries, and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 18–27 Read article
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Application Of Silver Nanoparticles On Experimental Wound Infection Of Pseudomonas aeruginosa In Rats
Abstract: This study aimed to evaluate the application of silver nanoparticles on experimental wound infection of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in rats. Infected patients at a private hospital in Baghdad had fifty swab samples taken from their wounds and burns (25 samples in total). These swabs were cultured on primary medium and then routine bacteriological tests were done for identification. Molecular confirmation of bacteria was done by using 16S rRNA gene. The research …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization, and Biomedical Applications of a Silver Nanoparticle-Coated Chitosan–Fucoidan–Polymer Nanocomposite Loaded with Persea americana Leaf Extract
Abstract: Consuming a natural composite of Persea americana (Avocado) leaf extract and a chitosan and fucoidan form a biodegradable biopolymer matrix–polymer nanocomposite with biomedical applications, this study explored a potential therapeutic method. GC–MS and UV spectroscopy were used to describe the aqueous leaf extract, which was verified by phytochemical screening to contain flavonoids, tannins, phenols, terpenoids, and alkaloids. The chitosan–fucoidan biodegradable polymer matrix served as a biocompatible stabilizing and encapsulating carrier …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 · pp. 130–148 Read article
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Antioxidant activity of Passiflora foetida leaf extracts and silver nanoparticles in diabetic induced rats
Abstract: The anti-oxidant system present in our body prevents against the free radicals. Anti-oxidants were glutathione peroxidise,serum catalase,vitamin E, ascorbic acid and superoxide. In our study the plant extract of Passiflora foetidae were used to estimate the antioxidant levels in diet-induced diabetic rats. The mean of glutathione peroxide of normal rats was 92.98±1.65. "The mean of diet-induced diabetic rats was 152.50 ± 1.92*. Diabetic rats treated with sitagliptin and vildagliptin had …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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INVESTIGATION OF THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY OF SILVER NANOPARTICLES IN BASEFULID OF WATER ETHYLENE GLYCOL
Abstract: Nanotechnology is interface technologies that span many different science and applications area.When engineering, science and technology are conducted at the nanoscale is called asnanotechnology. It is about 1 to 100 nm (nano-meter) where nano denotes the scale range of onebillionth of meter. Nanotechnology refers the properties of atoms and molecules measuring 0.1 to1000 nm. Nanofluids are nothing but suspension of nanometer sized particles in the base of fluid.The base fluid …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Studies on synthesis and characterization of Silver nanoparticles from Cassia Auriculata and their effect on biological applications – A Review
Abstract: Plants are able to synthesize a broad range of different chemical compounds called secondary metabolites and these are easily degradable. Many of them provide new sources of natural compounds. Majority of world population in developing countries relay on herbal medicines. Currently 80% of the world population depends on plants derived medicine for the first line to primary health care because it has no side effects. In the present study, review …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 45–52 Read article
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Antimicrobial Activities of Silver Doped Nanoparticles
Abstract: Nanobiotechnology, an emerging field of nanoscience, has a wide range of biomedical applications. Nanoparticles (NPs) range between 1–100 nm in size and have a highly specific surface area. These NPs are highly selective and are surrounded by an interfacial layer. In this experiment, we have used five such NPs: ZnO NPs, Ag doped ZnO NPs, ZrO NPs, Ag doped ZrO NPs, and SeO2 with ZnO NPs. The synthesis of nanomaterials …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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METAL NANOPARTICLE: SYNTHESIS, PROPERTIES, AND THEIR DERMATOLOGICAL AND COSMETIC IMPACTS
Abstract: Nanoparticles (NPs) are materials with dimensions under 100 nm and various shapes, such as spheres and rods. Their advancement offers transformative potential in medical and healthcare fields. The increased application of NPs across molecular biology, chemistry, medicine, and material science reflects their growing importance. Due to their large surface area, NPs enhance substance delivery through the skin, benefiting cosmetic applications by improving penetration, efficacy, and targeted delivery of active ingredients.With …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Laser Ablation Technique to Synthesize Ag Nanoparticles in Harsh Environment During Conjugation with Ovalbumin and Their Effects on Candida albicans
Abstract: In this study was developed a rapid, easy, eco-friendly and free-polutions method to AgNPs synthesized which was laser ablation technique to bulk target silver in harsh environment which was SBF due to salts and ions content cause silver nanoparticle aggregated via the interactions among nanoparticles and components of the ionic solution. So, was add ovalbumin to achived long term stability of colloidal AgNPs solution because of this protien has been …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 47–60 Read article
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Development of Self-Healing Circuit Boards Using Shape Memory Polymer Composites
Abstract: This study investigates the influence of temperature, humidity, and nanofiller type on the electrical and structural performance of advanced polymer nanocomposites for self-healing circuit applications. Particular attention was given to conductivity retention and the morphological behavior of carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene, and silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). Results show that conductivity decreased under elevated thermal–humidity conditions, reflecting the role of environmental stress in material degradation. Among the tested systems, AgNP-based composites achieved …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 746–770 Read article
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Comprehensive Analysis of Advanced Methods, Materials and Technologies for Portable Water Purifier in Domestic and Industrial Applications
Abstract: Safe drinking water is still a major problem in developing countries, especially in areas with water scarcity, pollution or poor infrastructure. Portable water purifiers have come to the fore as solutions that are realistic to narrow this gap providing flexibility and accessibility in household and industrial environments as well. In this study, promising techniques, materials and technologies used in portable water treatment equipment design have been reviewed. We review important …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 8–19 Read article
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Influence of Crystallization Time by Hydrothermal Synthesis of Ag NPs-Zeolite Composite
Abstract: The nanocomposites Ag NPs-zeolite involve zeolite loaded with silver nanoparticles and have been prepared by an easy one-pot hydrothermal autoclave method. Three samples of silver-bearing zeolite were prepared for 8 hours, 6 hours, and 4 hours, respectively, inside an autoclave at 100°C. A range of characterization procedures were used to examine the samples, such as x-ray diffraction (XRD), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), UV-visible spectroscopy, and zeta potential. Results …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 80–90 Read article
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Nanoparticle Synthesis and Assessment of Toxicological Effects on Drosophila Melanogaster: A Review
Abstract: Nanoparticles are widely used for many decades now, in various fields like medicine, health, drug delivery, etc. It is observed that nanoparticles synthesized using physical or chemical methods possess toxic nature when exposed to a biological system. To overcome the harmful effects of nanoparticles a more eco-friendly approach known as green synthesis was applied during recent decades. In the green synthesis approach, biological entities are used for the production of …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Study on the Synthesis and Characterization of Silver Metal Nano Particles with Acrylic Acid– Acrylamide (Aa) Copolymer as Mediating Agent
Abstract: Silver metal nano-particles (MNP) have been synthesized by chemical methods with acrylic acid- acryl amide (AA) copolymer as mediating agent. Formation and interaction of silver metal nano- particles with AA copolymer has been confirmed by ultraviolet–visible (UV-VIS), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) techniques. Thermal and morphological properties of the composite have been studied by Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) techniques. Change in intensity together with shift of …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Water Chestnut Stem-Derived Biochar Supported AgNPs/AC-CTS-PVA Composite Gel for Wastewater Treatment and Potent Antibacterial Performance
Abstract: In the present study, green and efficient Ag-NPs functionalized activated carbon/chitosan-polyvinyl alcohol (AgNPs/AC-CTS-PVA) composite gel was successfully synthesized using water chestnut stem-derived biochar for wastewater treatment and antibacterial applications. The composite was characterized by FTIR, XRD, SEM-EDX, and TGA analyses, confirming the successful incorporation of crystalline Ag nanoparticles within the polymeric matrix and improved thermal stability. The material was tested regarding the removal of the dye of methylene blue (MB) …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1129–1144 Read article
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Green Nanotechnology: Path for Clean and Safer Molecular Manufacturing
Abstract: Green Chemistry and Nanotechnology are intended to increase products and energy efficiencies of the chemical reactions and to reduce toxic effects on human health and environment. The study of Green Nanotechnology emphasize how principles of Green Chemistry can affect the influence andimplementation of nanotechnology. The opportunities of research on green synthesis of nanomaterials for different applications from solar energy storage panels to generation of green fuels and from making of …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 30–34 Read article