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Reduced graphene oxide: Biofabrication and environmental applications
Velu Manikandan1, Nae Yoon Lee1
1Department of BioNano Technology, Gachon University, 1342 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13120, South Korea.
Chemosphere
|October 23, 2022
Summary
Green synthesis of reduced graphene oxide (rGO) from agro-waste offers environmental benefits. This review covers rGO properties, green synthesis methods, and applications in water purification and biomedicine.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Green Chemistry
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Reduced graphene oxide (rGO) possesses excellent properties like conductivity and stability.
- Traditional rGO synthesis methods involve toxic chemicals and harmful byproducts.
- Sustainable and cost-effective green synthesis of rGO from agro-industrial waste is highly desirable.
Approach:
- This review synthesizes information from over 200 research articles published between 2015 and 2022.
- It focuses on the physicochemical properties, biowaste sources, and green synthesis methodologies for rGO.
- Diverse applications of rGO, particularly in water purification and biomedical fields, are highlighted.
Key Points:
- Green synthesis offers an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional rGO production.
- rGO exhibits remarkable properties making it suitable for various advanced applications.
- Agro-industrial waste provides a sustainable feedstock for rGO synthesis.
Conclusions:
- Green synthesized rGO is a promising nanomaterial with significant potential in environmental remediation and healthcare.
- Further research into optimizing green synthesis routes and exploring novel applications is warranted.
- This review serves as a guide for researchers in the field of rGO.
