Biopolym. Cell. 2023; 39(3):170-188.
http://dx.doi.org/10.7124/bc.000A98
Reviews
"Green" synthesis of metal nanoparticles. Application and future perspective
1Voloshyna I. M., 1Lastovetska L. O., 1Zurnadzhian A. A., 2Shkotova L. V.
  1. National University of Technologies and Design
    2, Mala Shyianovska (Nemyrovycha-Danchenka) Str., Kyiv, Ukraine, 01011
  2. Institute of Molecular Biology and Genetics, NAS of Ukraine
    150, Akademika Zabolotnoho Str., Kyiv, Ukraine, 03143

Abstract

Metal nanoparticles are currently one of the most researched materials in the field of science and technology. These materials are up to one hundred nanometers in size and differ from ordinary metals in their unique physical and chemical properties. The use of metal nanoparticles in biomedicine is one of the most promising areas of theire application. For example, gold nanoparticles can be used to diagnose and treat cancer. Gold nanoparticles can be coated with various molecules that can target and interact with cancer cells, allowing cancer to be detected and staged. Silver nanoparticles can be used as antimicrobial agents, since silver has a high activity against bacteria and fungi. Also, silver nanoparticles can be used to treat wounds, as they promote rapid healing and prevent infections. Metal nanoparticles are also applied in other industries e.g. to produce electronics, improve the properties of materials, manufacture catalysts, and many other things that are used both in everyday life and in the production and improvement of technological processes. This article discusses the use of metal nanoparticles of silver (AgNPs), zinc (ZnNPs), titanium oxide (TiO2NPs), and gold (AuPNs) in biomedicine and other fields.
Keywords: green biosynthesis, nanoparticles, nanometals, microorganisms
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