Plant Bioactive Compounds at the Interface of Extraction Science, Green Nanoparticles and Applied Biotechnology: A...

Area of Science:

• Nanotechnology and Nanobiotechnology
• Green Chemistry
• Biomedical Engineering

Background:

• Nanotechnology utilizes materials (0.1-100 nm) with unique properties like enhanced reactivity and conductivity.
• These nanoscale properties improve biological interactions, cellular uptake, and functional efficacy.
• Growing demand for eco-friendly and biocompatible nanomaterials drives interest in green synthesis.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent advances in the synthesis and functionality of plant-based nanoparticles.
• To highlight the biomedical applications of green synthesized nanoparticles.
• To emphasize the relevance of plant-based nanoparticles in in vitro models and clinical settings.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing plant extracts for the green synthesis of nanoparticles.
• Characterizing the physicochemical properties of plant-based nanoparticles.
• Evaluating the efficacy of nanoparticles in various biomedical applications.

Main Results:

• Plant-extract-mediated nanoparticles exhibit low toxicity and reduced environmental impact compared to conventional methods.
• These nanoparticles demonstrate significant potential in diagnostics, drug delivery, regenerative medicine, and neurotherapeutics.
• Applications include precision medicine, gene/drug delivery, and imaging of neurological disorders.

Conclusions:

• Green synthesis of nanoparticles using plant extracts is a sustainable and safe approach.
• Plant-based nanoparticles offer transformative potential in diverse biomedical fields.
• Further research is warranted for their translation into clinical settings.