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Phytofabricated gold nanoparticles and their biomedical applications
Bashir Ahmad1, Nabia Hafeez1, Shumaila Bashir2
1Center of Biotechnology and Microbiology, University of Peshawar, Peshawar-KPK, 25120, KPK, Pakistan.
Summary
This review explores plant-derived gold nanoparticles, a green synthesis method. These phytochemical nanoparticles show promise for various biomedical applications.
Area of Science:
- Nanotechnology
- Biotechnology
- Materials Science
Background:
- Nanotechnology integrates diverse fields like chemistry, physics, and medicine.
- Nano-biotechnology, a subfield, focuses on synthesizing and utilizing nanoparticles (<100nm) for biological applications.
- Plant-based synthesis (phytochemical) offers an environmentally friendly alternative to chemical and physical nanoparticle production.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the synthesis of plant-derived gold nanoparticles.
- To explore the biomedical applications of these gold nanoparticles.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on plant-mediated synthesis of gold nanoparticles.
- Analysis of phytochemical interactions in nanoparticle formation.
- Compilation of data on biomedical applications.
Main Results:
- Plant-derived gold nanoparticles can be synthesized using various plant extracts.
- Phytochemicals play a crucial role in the reduction and stabilization of gold nanoparticles.
- These nanoparticles exhibit potential in areas such as drug delivery, imaging, and diagnostics.
Conclusions:
- Phytochemical synthesis of gold nanoparticles is a sustainable and eco-friendly approach.
- Plant-derived gold nanoparticles hold significant potential for advancing biomedical technologies.
