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Greener Techniques for the Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Plant Extracts, Enzymes, Bacteria, Biodegradable Polymers, and Microwaves
Citation:
Hebbalalu, D., J. Lalley, M. N. Nadagouda, AND R. S. Varma. Greener Techniques for the Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Plant Extracts, Enzymes, Bacteria, Biodegradable Polymers, and Microwaves. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering. ACS Publications, Washington, DC, 1(7):703-712, (2013).
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submitted for publication in the American Chemical Society (ACS) journal, ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering
Description:
The use of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) is gaining in popularity due to silver’s antibacterial properties. Conventional methods for AgNP synthesis require dangerous chemicals and large quantities of energy (heat) and can result in formation of hazardous by-products. This article summarizes recent activity in this general area where environmentally friendly synthetic techniques are currently being explored for the synthesis of “Greener” AgNPs including the use of plant extracts, biodegradable polymers, and enzymes/bacteria and alternative energy input systems, such as microwave irradiation.
