Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticle Engineered Herbal Formulation for the Treatment of Skin Infections

Authors: Shyla MH*

DOI: 10.23880/oajpr-16000173

Volume 3, Issue 1

Abstract

Nanomaterials are known to be a wonder of modern medicine [1]. A number of metal nanoparticles have been synthesized by chemical, physical and recently biological methods [2]. Metal nanoparticles have strong inhibitory and antimicrobial activities which have been exploited for centuries against various diseases [3]. Green synthesis techniques make use of somewhat pollutant-free chemicals for synthesis of nanostructures. The use of plants can be easily scaled up for large scale synthesis without the use of the toxic chemicals or the need for the high pressures, energy and temperatures [4]. In the global efforts to reduce generated hazardous waste, green chemistry and chemical processes are progressively integrating with modern developments in science and industry. Biomolecules in plant extract consists of essential oils, polyphenols, carbohydrates etc. that contains active functional groups such as hydroxyl, aldehyde, amine and carboxyl units which plays an important role in the reduction and stabilization of metal nanoparticles

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