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    Area of Science:

    • Nanotechnology
    • Materials Science
    • Environmental Science

    Background:

    • Noble metals like gold and silver are in high demand, but natural resources are limited.
    • Recovery of these metals from industrial waste is desirable, particularly using sustainable methods.
    • Nanotechnology offers innovative solutions for materials recovery and synthesis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the biosynthesiss of gold and silver nanoparticles using algae.
    • To investigate the use of dead algae as a reducing agent in an eco-friendly procedure.
    • To characterize the biosynthesised nanoparticles and understand the bioreduction mechanism.

    Main Methods:

    • Biosynthesiss of gold and silver nanoparticles using various algae species.
    • Application of dead algae for nanoparticle formation.
    • Characterization using UV-vis absorption spectroscopy and transmission electron microscopy (TEM).
    • Analysis of functional groups involved in bioreduction via Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).

    Main Results:

    • Successful biosynthesiss of gold and silver nanoparticles was achieved using algae.
    • Dead algae proved effective as a reducing agent in an environmentally friendly process.
    • UV-vis spectroscopy and TEM confirmed the formation and morphology of nanoparticles.
    • FTIR analysis identified functional groups responsible for the bioreduction process.

    Conclusions:

    • Dead algae represent a viable and sustainable bio-resource for the eco-friendly recovery of gold and silver nanoparticles.
    • This method provides a novel nanotechnology approach for valorizing industrial waste.
    • The study highlights the potential of biological systems in green chemistry and materials recovery.