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Green algae, also referred to as chlorophytes, are different from red algae in having the chloroplasts containing chlorophylls a and b, which give them their distinct green hue. However, they lack phycobiliproteins, preventing them from developing the red or blue-green pigmentation seen in red algae. In terms of photosynthetic pigment composition, green algae closely resemble plants and share a close evolutionary relationship with them. Taxonomically Green algae belong to Phylum Chlorophyta in...
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Area of Science:

  • Biotechnology and Nanomedicine
  • Green Chemistry Applications

Background:

  • Microalgae are increasingly utilized for sustainable nanoparticle synthesis.
  • Traditional chemical methods for nanoparticle production pose environmental and toxicity concerns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the biosynthesis processes of microalgal nanoparticles.
  • To explore the biomedical applications of these nanoparticles.
  • To investigate nanoparticle synthesis optimization and characterization.

Main Methods:

  • Biosynthesis of copper, gold, iron, and silver nanoparticles using various microalgal species.
  • Optimization of synthesis parameters like pH and metal ion concentration.
  • Characterization using UV-Vis spectroscopy, FTIR, TEM, and XRD.

Main Results:

  • Synthesized nanoparticles ranged from 2 to 149 nm with defined crystalline structures.
  • Microalgae-derived silver nanoparticles demonstrated potent antioxidant, antibacterial, and selective anticancer activities.
  • Effective concentrations showed minimal toxicity to normal human cells, indicating high biocompatibility.

Conclusions:

  • Microalgae-derived nanoparticles represent a safe and effective alternative for biomedical applications.
  • Further research is warranted to fully realize the potential of these nanomaterials in healthcare.
  • This approach aligns with green chemistry principles for sustainable nanomedicine development.