Silver nanoparticles: Synthesis methods, bio-applications and properties.

Area of Science:

• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
• Biomedical Engineering

Background:

• Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have diverse industrial applications, including catalysis, electronics, optics, and biotechnology.
• Traditional synthesis methods (physical, chemical) often result in toxic substance absorption.
• Green synthesis presents an alternative, overcoming limitations of conventional AgNP production.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review scalable green synthesis techniques for silver nanoparticles.
• To evaluate the strengths and limitations of these methods for biomedical applications.
• To address regulatory considerations for AgNPs in the biomedical field.

Main Methods:

• Focus on scalable green synthesis approaches for AgNPs.
• Analysis of existing literature on environmentally friendly AgNP production.
• Evaluation based on biomedical applicability and regulatory standards.

Main Results:

• Green synthesis methods provide a viable alternative to conventional techniques.
• Scalable green synthesis overcomes toxicity issues associated with traditional methods.
• Specific techniques are highlighted for their potential in biomedical fields.

Conclusions:

• Scalable green synthesis is crucial for advancing biomedical applications of silver nanoparticles.
• Understanding limitations and regulatory requirements is essential for successful AgNP implementation.
• This review provides a focused perspective on safe and compliant AgNP production.