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Preparation of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and the Evaluation of their Antibacterial Effects
Published on: September 27, 2024
Antimicrobial Systems Based on Essential Oils Advanced by Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles
Greta Kaspute1,2, Urte Prentice1,3, Roman Viter4
1Department of Nanotechnology, State Research Institute Center for Physical Sciences and Technology (FTMC), Sauletekio Av. 3, LT-10257 Vilnius, Lithuania.
Abstract:
Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) have emerged as a promising material to enhance the performance of essential oils (EOs) in various applications due to their unique properties, including chemical stability, biocompatibility, and antimicrobial efficacy. This review examines the potential of combining ZnO NPs with EOs, focusing on their integration into polymeric matrices for improved antimicrobial effectiveness, stability, and controlled release. The incorporation of ZnO NPs with EOs shows significant promise in fields such as food packaging, medicine, and agriculture, offering a natural alternative to synthetic chemicals. The review addresses key challenges like antimicrobial resistance and highlights ZnO NP's role in overcoming the limitations of EOs, such as low bioavailability and rapid oxidation. Additionally, the potential of these hybrid advanced materials for extending the shelf life of food products, enhancing therapeutic properties, and improving plant disease management is explored. This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent advances, underscoring the potential of ZnO NP and EO systems as advanced materials to address pressing challenges in public health and industry.
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