Issue 21, 2015

Biogenic synthesis of metallic nanoparticles and prospects toward green chemistry

Abstract

The immense importance of nanoparticles and their applications is a strong motivation for exploring new synthetic techniques. However, due to strict regulations that manage the potential environmental impacts greener alternatives for conventional synthesis are the focus of intense research. In the scope of this perspective, a concise discussion about the use of green reducing and stabilizing agents toward the preparation of metal nanoparticles is presented. Reports on the synthesis of noble metal nanoparticles using plant extracts, ascorbic acid and sodium citrate as green reagents are summarized and discussed, pointing toward an urgent need of understanding the mechanistic aspects of the involved reactions.

Graphical abstract: Biogenic synthesis of metallic nanoparticles and prospects toward green chemistry

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Article information

Article type
Perspective
Submitted
19 Oct 2014
Accepted
07 Jan 2015
First published
07 Jan 2015

Dalton Trans., 2015,44, 9709-9717

Author version available

Biogenic synthesis of metallic nanoparticles and prospects toward green chemistry

S. F. Adil, M. E. Assal, M. Khan, A. Al-Warthan, M. R. H. Siddiqui and L. M. Liz-Marzán, Dalton Trans., 2015, 44, 9709 DOI: 10.1039/C4DT03222E

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