Rapid and Clean Biomimetic Synthesis of Bimetallic Au-Ag Nanoparticles Using an otherwise Worthless and Noxious Weed Ipomoea (Ipomoea carnea)

2015 ◽  
Vol 31 ◽  
pp. 1-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sami Ullah Ganaie ◽  
Sruthi Ravindran ◽  
Tasneem Abbasi ◽  
Shahid Abbas Abbasi
Keyword(s):  
Ag Nanoparticles ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Biomimetic Synthesis ◽  
One Pot ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Stabilizing Agents ◽  
Ambient Temperatures ◽  
Molar Ratios ◽  
Noxious Weed ◽  
Average Size

In a first report of its type, gainful utilization of the obnoxious weed ipomoea (Ipomoeacarnea;also known as:I.fistulosa) has been achieved by developing a procedure on its basis for clean-green one pot synthesis of bimetallic Au-Ag nanoparticles. In it the leaf and the stem extracts of the weed serve as reducing as well as stabilizing agents. With the support of Scanning Electron Microscopy, Confocal Raman Spectroscopy, and X-ray based techniques, the effect of varying metal: extract stoichiometry, temperature, and stirring on controlling the shape and size of the nanoparticles has been studied. Increase in reaction temperature is seen to favour speedier formation of nanoparticles, and of smaller average size, than occurs at ambient temperatures (27±2°C). Higher extract: metal ratios also lead to nanoparticles of larger average size. When Ag (I) and Au (III) salts are used in equal molar ratios, it generates sphere-shaped nanoparticles. All-in-all, the present work offers a non-polluting, energy saving, and cost effective route for the fabrication of bimetallic Au-Ag nanoparticles. The study indirectly provides a means of controlling ipomoea, thereby offering a means to reduce the ecological degradation that is caused by the weed.

scholarly journals Biosynthesis and Potential Applications of Silver and Gold Nanoparticles and Their Chitosan-Based Nanocomposites in Nanomedicine

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haliza Katas ◽  
Noor Zianah Moden ◽  
Chei Sin Lim ◽  
Terence Celesistinus ◽  
Jie Yee Chan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gold Nanoparticles ◽  
Metallic Nanoparticles ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
One Pot ◽  
Silver And Gold Nanoparticles ◽  
Stabilizing Agents ◽  
Cost Effective Method ◽  
Multistep Process ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Biological Sources

Biosynthesized or biogenic metallic nanoparticles, particularly silver and gold nanoparticles (AgNPs and AuNPs, respectively), have been increasingly used because of their advantages, including high stability and loading capacity; moreover, these nanoparticles are synthesized using a green and cost-effective method. Previous studies have investigated reducing and/or stabilizing agents from various biological sources, including plants, microorganisms, and marine-derived products, using either a one-pot or a multistep process at different conditions. In addition, extensive studies have been performed to determine the biological or pharmacological effects of these nanoparticles, such as antimicrobial, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. In the recent years, chitosan, a natural cationic polysaccharide, has been increasingly investigated as a reducing and/or stabilizing agent in the synthesis of biogenic metallic nanoparticles with potential applications in nanomedicine. Here, we have reviewed the mechanism of biosynthesis and potential applications of AgNPs and AuNPs and their chitosan-mediated nanocomposites in nanomedicine.

scholarly journals Formation of ZnO/Zn0.5Cd0.5Se Alloy Quantum Dots in the Presence of High Oleylamine Contents

Nanomaterials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 999
Author(s):  
Yi-An Chen ◽  
Kuo-Hsien Chou ◽  
Yi-Yang Kuo ◽  
Cheng-Ye Wu ◽  
Po-Wen Hsiao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Quantum Dots ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
One Pot ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Average Size ◽  
Alloy Quantum Dots ◽  
First Time

To the best of our knowledge, this report presents, for the first time, the schematic of the possible chemical reaction for a one-pot synthesis of Zn0.5Cd0.5Se alloy quantum dots (QDs) in the presence of low/high oleylamine (OLA) contents. For high OLA contents, high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM) results showed that the average size of Zn0.5Cd0.5Se increases significantly from 4 to 9 nm with an increasing OLA content from 4 to 10 mL. First, [Zn(OAc)2]–OLA complex can be formed by a reaction between Zn(OAc)2 and OLA. Then, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction (XRD) data confirmed that ZnO is formed by thermal decomposition of the [Zn(OAc)2]–OLA complex. The results indicated that ZnO grew on the Zn0.5Cd0.5Se surface, thus increasing the particle size. For low OLA contents, HRTEM images were used to estimate the average sizes of the Zn0.5Cd0.5Se alloy QDs, which were approximately 8, 6, and 4 nm with OLA loadings of 0, 2, and 4 mL, respectively. We found that Zn(OAc)2 and OLA could form a [Zn(OAc)2]–OLA complex, which inhibited the growth of the Zn0.5Cd0.5Se alloy QDs, due to the decreasing reaction between Zn(oleic acid)2 and Se2−, which led to a decrease in particle size.

A COST-EFFECTIVE MAGNETIC PHOTOCATALYST PALYGORSKITE–TiO2–FexOy WITH EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE FOR DYE PHOTODEGRADATION UNDER VISIBLE LIGHT

NANO ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 09 (06) ◽  
pp. 1450063
Author(s):  
JIAHUI ZHANG ◽  
LILI ZHANG ◽  
JIN HUANG ◽  
SHOUYONG ZHOU ◽  
HAIQUN CHEN ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Visible Light ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Magnetic Photocatalyst ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Light Region ◽  
Reaction Solution ◽  
Excellent Photocatalytic Activity ◽  
Average Size

Palygorskite (denoted as Pal) was used as an economical carrier of hybrid photocatalyst TiO 2– Fe x O yvia an in situ depositing technique (marked as Pal– TiO 2– Fe x O y). The samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), brunner-emmet-teller (BET) measurements, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and UV-Vis diffuse reflectance spectra measurements. Results showed that TiO 2– Fe x O y composite particles with average size of about 10 nm were loaded onto the Pal fibers' surface. Fe x O y acted not only as magnetic source but also took part in the formation of TiO 2– Fe x O y heterojunction structure, which resulted in the obvious absorption in visible light region for the obtained Pal– TiO 2– Fe x O y composite photocatalyst. The obtained Pal– TiO 2– Fe x O y shows excellent photocatalytic activity toward photodegradation of Methyl orange (MO) under visible light irradiation and the degradation ratio reached 94% within 180 min. Moreover, Pal– TiO 2– Fe x O y could be readily recovered from the reaction solution by the magnet. Possible mechanism for the enhancement was also proposed.

scholarly journals Green Synthesis and Characterization of Gold Nanoparticles using Ethanolic Turmeric Crude Extract At Neutral Ph

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 1535-1539
Keyword(s):  
Gold Nanoparticles ◽  
Crude Extract ◽  
Fourier Transforms ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Green Method ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Vis Spectroscopy ◽  
Effective Synthesis ◽  
Average Size

There is a great interest in the development of green protocols to avoid environmental and health hazards. In this research, the eco-friendly and cost-effective synthesis of gold nanoparticles (GNPs) has been achieved by the green method using ethanolic turmeric crude extract at pH 7. The bioac-tive compounds of turmeric crude extract are responsible for the reduction, capping and sta-bility of the GNPs. The characterization of GNPs was carried out by ultraviolet-visible (UV-vis) spectroscopy, Fourier transforms infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) and energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy. The UV-vis spectral study indicated the formation of GNPs with a surface plasmon resonance (SPR) band at 547 nm. FTIR analysis of turmeric crude extract and GNPs showed that phenolic groups reduced the gold ions. The FESEM analysis showed the polydisperse morphology of GNPs with average size of 26.6 nm±7.4 nm. The elemental composition determined by EDX re-vealed the presence of gold. The synthesized GNPs can be useful in a variety of applications involving medicine, cosmetics, environment and nutraceutical.

scholarly journals Poly (N-Methyl Aniline)-Li Nanocomposite as an Electrolyte for Rechargeable Battery: In-situ Recipe

2020 ◽  
Vol 170 ◽  
pp. 01018
Author(s):  
Nishigandh Pande ◽  
Adinath Jambhale ◽  
Dipika Jaspal ◽  
Jalinder Ambekar ◽  
Himanshu Patil
Keyword(s):  
Cost Effective ◽  
Rechargeable Battery ◽  
Discharge Process ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
One Pot ◽  
X Ray ◽  
In Situ Method ◽  
Mechanism Of Interaction ◽  
Uv Visible

The synthesis of cost-effective and safe polymeric nanocomposite materials has been a subject of interest and study for material science researchers. Poly (N-Methyl Aniline) –Li nanocomposite has been synthesized by a one-pot in-situ method and has been explored as an electrolyte in the battery. Poly (N-Methyl Aniline)-Li nanocomposite prepared, has been characterized by UV-visible, FTIR, FE-SEM, X-ray diffraction techniques. A mechanism of interaction of lithiumion with nitrogen at the imine site has been proposed. The charge-discharge process of poly (N-Methyl Aniline) –Li nanocomposite, when used in the battery, has been discussed.

scholarly journals Synthesis of Flower-Like Cu2ZnSnS4Nanoflakes via a Microwave-Assisted Solvothermal Route

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fei Long ◽  
Shuyi Mo ◽  
Yan Zeng ◽  
Shangsen Chi ◽  
Zhengguang Zou
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Raman Scattering ◽  
Zinc Acetate Dihydrate ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
One Pot ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Direct Band ◽  
Xrd Patterns ◽  
Average Size

Flower-like Cu2ZnSnS4(CZTS) nanoflakes were synthesized by a facile and fast one-pot solution reaction using copper(II) acetate monohydrate, zinc acetate dihydrate, tin(IV) chloride pentahydrate, and thiourea as starting materials. The as-synthesized samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman scattering analysis, field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) equipped with an energy dispersion X-ray spectrometer (EDS), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and UV-Vis absorption spectra. The XRD patterns shown that the as-synthesized particles were kesterite CZTS and Raman scattering analysis and EDS confirmed that kesterite CZTS was the only phase of product. The results of FESEM and TEM show that the as-synthesized particles were flower-like morphology with the average size of 1~2 μm which are composed of 50 nm thick nanoflakes. UV-Vis absorption spectrum revealed CZTS nanoflakes with a direct band gap of 1.52 eV.

Synthesis and Characterization of TTAB Coated Silver (Ag) Nanoparticles

2011 ◽  
Vol 264-265 ◽  
pp. 530-534
Author(s):  
M.M. Alam ◽  
M. Harun ◽  
Momtazul Islam
Keyword(s):  
Silver Nanoparticles ◽  
Ag Nanoparticles ◽  
Silver Clusters ◽  
Ammonium Bromide ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Preferential Growth ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Average Size ◽  
20 Nm

Silver nanoparticles protected by Tetradecyltrimethyl Ammonium Bromide (TTAB) were prepared in a one-phase electrochemical system. Electrochemical procedure, based on the dissolution of a metallic anode in an appropriate solvent, has been used to get silver nanoparticles. It is possible to get different particle size by changing the current density. The optical properties of the silver Nanoparticles were investigated by UV-Vis and Photoluminescence (PL) Spectroscopy. Absorption peak were found 424 nm which confirm the presence of Ag nanoparticles. The structural properties of the samples were carried out by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) measurements. XRD confirmed the preferential growth of Ag nanoparticles whose average size is ≈ 20 nm in the <111> orientation as well as purity of silver clusters.

scholarly journals Facile Biogenic Synthesis and Characterization of Seven Metal-Based Nanoparticles Conjugated with Phytochemical Bioactives Using Fragaria ananassa Leaf Extract

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (10) ◽  
pp. 3025
Author(s):  
Maryam Bayat ◽  
Meisam Zargar ◽  
Tamara Astarkhanova ◽  
Elena Pakina ◽  
Sergey Ladan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Leaf Extract ◽  
Metal Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Correlation Spectroscopy ◽  
Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Fragaria Ananassa ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Stabilizing Agents ◽  
Characterization Techniques ◽  
Vis Spectroscopy

In this investigation, for the first time, we used Fragaria ananassa (strawberry) leaf extract as a source of natural reducing, capping or stabilizing agents to develop an eco-friendly, cost-effective and safe process for the biosynthesis of metal-based nanoparticles including silver, copper, iron, zinc and magnesium oxide. Calcinated and non-calcinated zinc oxide nanoparticles also synthesized during a method different from our previous study. To confirm the successful formation of nanoparticles, different characterization techniques applied. UV-Vis spectroscopy, X-ray Diffraction (XRD) spectroscopy, Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM) coupled with Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS), Photon Cross-Correlation Spectroscopy (PCCS) and Fourier Transformed Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR) were used to study the unique structure and properties of biosynthesized nanoparticles. The results show the successful formation of metal-based particles in the range of nanometer, confirmed by different characterization techniques. Finally, the presented approach has been demonstrated to be effective in the biosynthesis of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles.

scholarly journals Silica Nanoparticles from Coir Pith Synthesized by Acidic Sol-Gel Method Improve Germination Economics

Polymers ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 266
Author(s):  
Josef Maroušek ◽  
Anna Maroušková ◽  
Rajiv Periakaruppan ◽  
G. M. Gokul ◽  
Ananthan Anbukumaran ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Light Scattering ◽  
Dynamic Light Scattering ◽  
Silica Nanoparticles ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Soft Template ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Stabilizing Agents ◽  
Coir Pith ◽  
Agricultural Applications ◽  
Average Size

Lignin is a natural biopolymer. A vibrant and rapid process in the synthesis of silica nanoparticles by consuming the lignin as a soft template was carefully studied. The extracted biopolymer from coir pith was employed as capping and stabilizing agents to fabricate the silica nanoparticles (nSi). The synthesized silica nanoparticles (nSi) were characterized by ultraviolet–visible (UV–Vis) spectrophotometry, X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Energy-Dispersive X-ray Analysis (EDAX), Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) and Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR). All the results obtained jointly and independently verified the formation of silica nanoparticles. In addition, EDAX analysis confirmed the high purity of the nSi composed only of Si and O, with no other impurities. XRD spectroscopy showed the characteristic diffraction peaks for nSi and confirmed the formation of an amorphous nature. The average size of nSi obtained is 18 nm. The surface charge and stability of nSi were analyzed by using the dynamic light scattering (DLS) and thus revealed that the nSi samples have a negative charge (−20.3 mV). In addition, the seed germination and the shoot and root formation on Vigna unguiculata were investigated by using the nSi. The results revealed that the application of nSi enhanced the germination in V. unguiculata. However, further research studies must be performed in order to determine the toxic effect of biogenic nSi before mass production and use of agricultural applications.

scholarly journals GREEN SYNTHESIS OF SILVER NANOPARTICLES USING MICROALGAL EXTRACT AND ITS APPLICATION IN METAL ION REMOVAL FROM AQUEOUS SOLUTION

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 214-230
Author(s):  
Surindra Negi ◽  
◽  
Vir Singh ◽  
Jyoti Rawat ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metals ◽  
Aqueous Solution ◽  
Silver Nanoparticles ◽  
Ag Nanoparticles ◽  
Metal Ion ◽  
Electrostatic Force ◽  
Physical Adsorption ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Synthesis Of Nanoparticles ◽  
Stabilizing Agents

Heavy metal pollution is of great concern and cannot be ignored as heavy metals are highly mobile in soil and are recalcitrant. Nanotechnology provides a novel sustainable approach for synthesizing materials of desired properties, composition, and structure, it is however expected to adsorb heavy metals and play a significant role in water treatment. Green chemistry is the cost-effective, non-toxic, and environment friendly approach that involves the use of biological components as reducing and stabilizing agents for the synthesis of nanoparticles. In the present study, heavy metals such as cadmium (Cd II) and lead (Pb II) were successfully removed from its aqueous solution by an adsorption process using the silver nanoparticles of size ~15nm biosynthesized using freshwater algal extract. The adsorption peak at 411 nm confirms the formation of silver nanoparticles. The maximum value of metal ion adsorption capacity (23.98 mg/g) was observed for Pb (II). The higher value of R2 showed that the experimental data were fitted best with Langmuir isotherm. The rate kinetics study showed that Pb (II) adsorption on Ag nanoparticles followed pseudo-second order kinetics (R2>0.9) indicating that Pb (II) was attached to the nanoparticles surface through electrostatic force of attraction, also referred to as chemisorption whereas Cd (II) adsorption on Ag nanoparticles followed pseudo-first order kinetics (R2 >0.8) indicating physical adsorption between adsorbate and adsorbent.

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