Nowadays synthesis of nanomaterials by using bio-root is limelight of modern nanotechnology. In the present investigation, we have isolated four strains viz: KFRI 330 (A), KFRI 332 (B), KFRI 351 (C) and KFRI 352 (D) of Beauveria bassiana from the forest soils in Kerala. Spore count was tested for all the strains of B. bassiana stored in the laboratory. Silver nanoparticles were synthesized from the four strains of B. bassiana and the formation of nanoparticles was observed within 48 hours. The synthesized silver nanoparticle has been characterized by UV-Vis spectroscopy, FT-IR and TEM analysis. The appearance of UV-Vis Peak (SPR 440 nm) revealed the reduction of silver metal ions to silver nanoparticles by using the fungal strains. The possible bio-molecules involved in nanoparticles synthesis was identified by HPLC analysis. The functional groups involved in the silver nanoparticles synthesis were identified. The amide group is responsible for the synthesis of silver nanoparticles. From the TEM analysis, the size of the AGNPs has been measured as 4-70 nm (mean 10.7±0.04 nm). It was evident from the HPLC result that primary amines act on capping as a well as a stabilizing agent.
Is Nano Medicine And Nano Technology The Most Trending Thing Now?science journals
Nano medicine is nothing but application of Nano technologies as medicines. It may include application of non-material as biological devices or nano-electronic biosensors. Molecular nanotechnology as biological machines may have medical applications in future.
The document summarizes a study that biologically synthesized and characterized intracellular gold nanoparticles using the biomass of Aspergillus fumigatus. A. fumigatus was grown in liquid culture and its biomass was then exposed to chloroauric acid solution, resulting in the intracellular production of gold nanoparticles within 72 hours, as indicated by a color change. The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized through various techniques and were found to be spherical and irregularly shaped, ranging from 85.1 to 210 nm in size. Scanning electron microscopy revealed the nanoparticles accumulated on the fungal mycelia. Energy dispersive spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction confirmed the presence and crystalline nature of the synthesized gold nanoparticles.
Biosorption of some Heavy Metals by Deinococcus radiodurans Isolated from Soi...Dr. Asaad الأولAl-Taee
This document summarizes a study that characterized the ability of the bacterium Deinococcus radiodurans to biosorb (accumulate) heavy metals like cadmium and lead. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray powder diffraction analysis, and transmission electron microscopy were used to characterize interactions between the bacteria and heavy metals. FTIR showed shifts in carboxyl group bands, indicating metal binding. XRD showed changes in crystallinity and crystal size after metal exposure. TEM revealed metals accumulating on bacterial cell walls and changes to cell size and shape. Overall, the study found D. radiodurans was effective at biosorbing heavy metals and could potentially be used in bioremediation.
The document summarizes research characterizing gold nanoparticles synthesized intracellularly by the biomass of Aspergillus terreus fungus. When an aqueous solution of chloroauric acid was reduced by A. terreus biomass, it changed color from yellow to pinkish violet, indicating gold nanoparticle formation. The synthesized nanoparticles were spherical or irregularly shaped with an average size of 186 nm. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction were used to characterize the nanoparticles and confirmed the presence of crystalline gold nanoparticles capped by biomolecules from the fungus.
In the present work, green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles has wide interest due to its inherent features such as eco-friendly and low costs. Here we propose a cost effective and eco-friendly green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles using aloe barbadensis and copper acetate. Aloe barbadensis has antioxidant property that helps in the formation of nanoparticles. Aloe barbadensis extract was obtained by heating it in distilled water and mixed to copper acetate to form copper oxide nanoparticles. The synthesised nanoparticles were analysed using UV-Visible spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction studies (XRD) and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).
Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using azadirachta indicaAjay Kumar
Silver nanoparticles were synthesized using the aqueous leaf extract of Azadirachta indica. The silver nanoparticles formed within minutes upon addition of the leaf extract to a silver nitrate solution. Characterization of the nanoparticles found them to be predominantly spherical and around 34 nm in size. The nanoparticles showed antimicrobial properties against E. coli and S. aureus. The green synthesis method provides a low-cost and environmentally friendly way to produce silver nanoparticles with potential biomedical applications.
Austin Biomolecules: open access is a peer reviewed, scholarly journal dedicated to publish articles covering all areas of Biomolecules.
The journal aims to promote latest information and provide a forum for doctors, researchers, physicians, and healthcare professionals to find most recent advances in the areas of Biomolecules. Austin Biomolecules: open access accepts research articles, reviews, mini reviews, case reports and rapid communications covering all aspects of Biomolecules.
Austin Biomolecules: open access strongly supports the scientific up gradation and fortification in related scientific research community by enhancing access to peer reviewed scientific literary works. Austin Publishing Group also brings universally peer reviewed journals under one roof thereby promoting knowledge sharing, mutual promotion of multidisciplinary science.
1. The study compares silver nanoparticles coated and uncoated NiO–Fe2O3–CaO–SiO2–P2O5 ferromagnetic bioactive ceramics.
2. XRD and TEM analysis show the growth of hydroxyapatite layers on both coated and uncoated samples immersed in simulated body fluid.
3. Coated samples demonstrate better antimicrobial properties, degradation, and drug delivery compared to uncoated samples. The presence of silver nanoparticles improves these properties.
Is Nano Medicine And Nano Technology The Most Trending Thing Now?science journals
Nano medicine is nothing but application of Nano technologies as medicines. It may include application of non-material as biological devices or nano-electronic biosensors. Molecular nanotechnology as biological machines may have medical applications in future.
The document summarizes a study that biologically synthesized and characterized intracellular gold nanoparticles using the biomass of Aspergillus fumigatus. A. fumigatus was grown in liquid culture and its biomass was then exposed to chloroauric acid solution, resulting in the intracellular production of gold nanoparticles within 72 hours, as indicated by a color change. The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized through various techniques and were found to be spherical and irregularly shaped, ranging from 85.1 to 210 nm in size. Scanning electron microscopy revealed the nanoparticles accumulated on the fungal mycelia. Energy dispersive spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction confirmed the presence and crystalline nature of the synthesized gold nanoparticles.
Biosorption of some Heavy Metals by Deinococcus radiodurans Isolated from Soi...Dr. Asaad الأولAl-Taee
This document summarizes a study that characterized the ability of the bacterium Deinococcus radiodurans to biosorb (accumulate) heavy metals like cadmium and lead. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray powder diffraction analysis, and transmission electron microscopy were used to characterize interactions between the bacteria and heavy metals. FTIR showed shifts in carboxyl group bands, indicating metal binding. XRD showed changes in crystallinity and crystal size after metal exposure. TEM revealed metals accumulating on bacterial cell walls and changes to cell size and shape. Overall, the study found D. radiodurans was effective at biosorbing heavy metals and could potentially be used in bioremediation.
The document summarizes research characterizing gold nanoparticles synthesized intracellularly by the biomass of Aspergillus terreus fungus. When an aqueous solution of chloroauric acid was reduced by A. terreus biomass, it changed color from yellow to pinkish violet, indicating gold nanoparticle formation. The synthesized nanoparticles were spherical or irregularly shaped with an average size of 186 nm. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction were used to characterize the nanoparticles and confirmed the presence of crystalline gold nanoparticles capped by biomolecules from the fungus.
In the present work, green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles has wide interest due to its inherent features such as eco-friendly and low costs. Here we propose a cost effective and eco-friendly green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles using aloe barbadensis and copper acetate. Aloe barbadensis has antioxidant property that helps in the formation of nanoparticles. Aloe barbadensis extract was obtained by heating it in distilled water and mixed to copper acetate to form copper oxide nanoparticles. The synthesised nanoparticles were analysed using UV-Visible spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction studies (XRD) and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).
Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using azadirachta indicaAjay Kumar
Silver nanoparticles were synthesized using the aqueous leaf extract of Azadirachta indica. The silver nanoparticles formed within minutes upon addition of the leaf extract to a silver nitrate solution. Characterization of the nanoparticles found them to be predominantly spherical and around 34 nm in size. The nanoparticles showed antimicrobial properties against E. coli and S. aureus. The green synthesis method provides a low-cost and environmentally friendly way to produce silver nanoparticles with potential biomedical applications.
Austin Biomolecules: open access is a peer reviewed, scholarly journal dedicated to publish articles covering all areas of Biomolecules.
The journal aims to promote latest information and provide a forum for doctors, researchers, physicians, and healthcare professionals to find most recent advances in the areas of Biomolecules. Austin Biomolecules: open access accepts research articles, reviews, mini reviews, case reports and rapid communications covering all aspects of Biomolecules.
Austin Biomolecules: open access strongly supports the scientific up gradation and fortification in related scientific research community by enhancing access to peer reviewed scientific literary works. Austin Publishing Group also brings universally peer reviewed journals under one roof thereby promoting knowledge sharing, mutual promotion of multidisciplinary science.
1. The study compares silver nanoparticles coated and uncoated NiO–Fe2O3–CaO–SiO2–P2O5 ferromagnetic bioactive ceramics.
2. XRD and TEM analysis show the growth of hydroxyapatite layers on both coated and uncoated samples immersed in simulated body fluid.
3. Coated samples demonstrate better antimicrobial properties, degradation, and drug delivery compared to uncoated samples. The presence of silver nanoparticles improves these properties.
The current research aimed at fabricating plant extract mediated biosynthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) utilizing thorn extract of Bombax ceiba (TEBC). The synthesized AgNPs was characterized by UV spectroscopy where the surface plasmonic resonance peak (SPR) was located at 222 nm. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) studies demonstrated that the morphology of fabricated nanomaterials was primarily cylindrical of average size of 20-30 nm with some spindles of size >50 nm. The anti-microbial evaluation against Staphylococcus aureus revealed that AgNPs exhibited notable activity with ZOI of 27.2 mm at MIC of 25 μg/mL. The outcome of this research evidently signified that the biofabricated AgNPs using TEBC may be a new greener approach or technology to formulate anti-bacterial nanodrugs in future.
Plant Mediated Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles by Using Dried Stem Powder o...IJERA Editor
The Tinospora Crispa is an important medicinal plant to synthesize silver Nanoparticles provides environmentally benign and a feasible alternative to the most of the chemical, physical and biological methods. Utilizing the reduced property of Tinospora Crispa dried stem powder from 1mM aqueous silver nitrate, the average size of 40nm silver nanoparticles were synthesized at room temperature. The stem powder extracts mixed with silver nitrate showed a gradual change in the color of the extracts from yellow to dark brown. The formation of silver nanoparticles was confirmed by UV-Visible spectrophotometer, X-Ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), Energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDAX) and Transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The photoluminescence studies of silver nanoparticles shows that they are efficient fluorescence emitting probes.
Plant Mediated Synthesis of ZnO and Mn Doped ZnO Nanoparticles Using Carica P...IIJSRJournal
In this work, Zinc Oxide (ZnO) and Mn-doped ZnO nanoparticles were green synthesized using Carica papaya extract by the Co-precipitation method. X-ray diffraction (XRD) results revealed the formation of ZnO and Mn-doped ZnO nanoparticles with the wurtzite crystal structure (hexagonal). Due to the presence of dopant Manganese (Mn) the optical spectra showed a redshift in the absorbance spectrum. Structural and optical properties of the end product showed that the manganese ions (Mn2+) substituted the Zinc ions (Zn2+) without altering the Wurtzite structure of ZnO. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) spectra confirm the presence of metal oxide present in the end product. The antibacterial efficiency of ZnO and Mn-doped ZnO nanoparticles were studied using the agar well diffusion method against Gram-positive and Gram–negative bacteria. It is obvious from the results that Mn doped ZnO nanoparticles exhibit better antibacterial activity than ZnO nanoparticles.
This study aimed to isolate sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) from barite mines in India. Five bacterial strains were isolated from mine samples using an enrichment method and Iron-Lyngby medium. The isolates were identified through morphological, microscopic, and biochemical characterization. Four isolates were identified as Enterobacter species based on being gram-negative rods that tested positive for traits like nitrate reduction, methyl red, and carbohydrate utilization. The fifth isolate was identified as Bacillus species due to being gram-positive and testing positive for traits like nitrate reduction and carbohydrate utilization. These SRB isolates have potential applications in bioremediation of sulfur-contaminated environments.
This document summarizes the biogenic synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using papaya leaf extract. The objectives are to characterize the synthesized ZnO NPs using UV-Vis spectroscopy and XRD, and to synthesize them through a green pathway using papaya leaf extract. Zinc acetate and ammonium carbonate solutions were added dropwise to the extract to form a precipitate, which was filtered, dried, and calcined. XRD characterized the crystalline size as 19.22 nm, while UV-Vis determined the band gap energy to be 3.3406 eV.
1 biosynthesis of nanoparticles - algaeHamid Salari
This document discusses the biological synthesis of silver nanoparticles using algae as a non-toxic and environmentally friendly method. It outlines three methods for nanoparticle synthesis: physical, chemical, and biological. The biological approach uses algae such as Capillacae, J. Rubins, C. Sinusa, and Faciata to extract polysaccharides and synthesize silver nanoparticles, which are then characterized through techniques like TEM, FTIR, and UV-visible spectral analysis. The results show the potential for using algae-mediated biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles for applications such as antimicrobial textile treatment.
Synthesis of Silver Nano Particles from Marine Bacteria Pseudomonas aerogenosaKamalpreet Sarna
This document summarizes a study that isolated a marine bacterial strain called Pseudomonas aeruginosa and used it to synthesize silver nanoparticles. The silver nanoparticles were characterized using UV-Vis spectroscopy, SEM, FTIR, and XRD. UV-Vis analysis showed a peak at 420nm indicating the presence of silver nanoparticles. SEM images showed the nanoparticles were spherical in shape with sizes ranging from 50-80nm. FTIR and XRD further confirmed the presence of silver. The silver nanoparticles showed potent antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria as well as antifungal activity. This study demonstrates the potential of using marine bacteria as a green synthesis method for producing silver nanoparticles with biological applications.
The document summarizes research on the biological synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Klebsiella pneumonia bacteria. Silver nanoparticles were successfully synthesized using the cell-free supernatant of K. pneumonia when added to silver nitrate solutions. The nanoparticles were characterized using UV-VIS spectroscopy, SEM, and FTIR, and were found to be spherical in shape with sizes around 21nm. Antimicrobial testing showed the biologically synthesized silver nanoparticles were effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Potential applications of the silver nanoparticles include use in wound dressings and antimicrobial fabrics.
Green synthesis, Characterization and anti microbial activity of silver nano ...IJERA Editor
The exploitation of various plant materials for the biosynthesis of silver nano particles is considered a green
technology. Because it does not involve any harmful chemicals. Nanotechnology field is one of the most
attractive researches. The field of nanotechnology is applied to bio materials. This review focuses on the green
synthesis of silver nanoparticles using various plant sources. A detailed study on the reduction of silver ions to
silver nanoparticles from medical plant leaves extract were demonstrated with a brief experimental procedure.
Characterization of the synthesized nanoparticles performed through UV spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infra
Red spectroscopy analysis, X-Ray Diffraction analysis, Scanning Electron Microscopy and Transmission
Electron Microscopy. This review mainly focus on anti microbial activities of synthesized silver nano particles.
Biosynthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticles using ficus benghal...eSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology
Identification of Nitrogen Fixing Cyanobacteria ByRahul Anand
Cyanobacteria are important members of the "Microbial World" that can fix atmospheric Nitrogen. They can prove to be excellent alternative against chemical fertilizers.
Green synthesis of zinc oxide nano particles using flower extract cassia dens...IJERD Editor
Green synthesis of metal nanoparticles is an interesting issue of the nanoscience and
nanobiotechnology. There is a growing attention to biosynthesis the metal nanoparticles using organisms.
Among these organisms, plants seem to be the best and they are suitable for large scale biosynthesis of
nanoparticles. Nanoparticles produced by plants are more stable, and the rate of synthesis is faster than that in
the case of other organisms. The present investigation was carried out to green synthesis of zinc oxide
nanoparticles by using the medicinal plant cassia densistipulata taub. The flower was collected from the campus
of Anantapuramu, Andhra Pradesh and their petals were separated. The petals were taken and cleaned with
dimeneralized water and soaked for an hour on dry cloth to remove moisture from the petals.
Synthesis of Zinc Nanoparticles was done by mixing 5gms of Zinc Nitrate with 50ml of aqueous
extract of cassia densistipulata taub petals. The formation of nanoparticles was monitored by visualizing color
changes and it was confirmed by Electron microscope (SEM), UV-Vis spectrophotometer and Fourier
Transform Infra-Red (FT-IR) spectroscopy. The results of various techniques confirmed the presence Zinc oxide
nanoparticles.
ABSTRACT
The use of Spirulina as a nutraceutical has been popularized owing to its high essential amino acid, vitamin, carotenoid, chlorophyll content, antioxidant and antiinflamatory properties. This organism can also bioaccumulate and biosorb essential and non essential heavy metals. These properties have been exploited in this study using the organism, Spirulina platensis ARM 728. The fortification of the biomass in different concentrations of Selenium (10 ppm, 40 ppm and 100 ppm) and Zinc (1 ppm, 5 ppm and 10 ppm) was carried out and an increased content of proteins, chlorophyll, carotenoids, SOD, CAT and total antioxidant activity was seen. The biosorption and desorption capacity of the organism for antimony at 80 ppm was also seen with fair results.
Keywords: antioxidant properties, bioaccumulation, biosorption, heavy metals, Spirulina fortification.
The current research aimed at fabricating plant extract mediated biosynthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) utilizing thorn extract of Bombax ceiba (TEBC). The synthesized AgNPs was characterized by UV spectroscopy where the surface plasmonic resonance peak (SPR) was located at 222 nm. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) studies demonstrated that the morphology of fabricated nanomaterials was primarily cylindrical of average size of 20-30 nm with some spindles of size >50 nm. The anti-microbial evaluation against Staphylococcus aureus revealed that AgNPs exhibited notable activity with ZOI of 27.2 mm at MIC of 25 μg/mL. The outcome of this research evidently signified that the biofabricated AgNPs using TEBC may be a new greener approach or technology to formulate anti-bacterial nanodrugs in future.
Term ‘Nano’ comes from the Greek word ‘nanos’ meaning dwarf and denotes a measurement on the scale of one billionth (10⁹) of a meter in size. Nanoparticles are defined as a particulate dispersions of solid particles with atleast one dimension at a size range of 10-1000 nm. The most important feature of Nanoparticles is their surface area to volume aspect ratio, allowing them to interact with other particles easier.
Green Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles using Jasminum Fluminense Leaf Extract a...ijtsrd
1) The document describes the green synthesis of Zinc Oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles using the leaf extract of Jasminum Fluminense.
2) The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized using UV-Visible spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM).
3) UV-Visible spectroscopy showed an absorption peak at 289.9 nm confirming the formation of ZnO nanoparticles. TEM images showed the particles were hexagonal and spherical in shape with an average size of 20 nm.
1) Silver nanoparticles were synthesized using apple fruit extract through a green synthesis method. The apple extract reduced silver ions (Ag+) to form silver nanoparticles (AgNPs).
2) Characterization using UV-Vis spectroscopy, XRD, and TEM confirmed the formation and properties of spherical AgNPs around 20 nm in size with face centered cubic crystal structure.
3) FTIR analysis identified that biomolecules like proteins and ascorbic acid in the apple extract were responsible for reducing Ag+ ions and stabilizing the formed AgNPs.
4) Antimicrobial testing showed the AgNPs had effective antibacterial properties against common bacteria and antifungal activity against tested fungi strains, demonstrating their antim
This document summarizes a study that used the leaves of lemongrass (Cymbopogan citratus) to rapidly synthesize silver nanoparticles. Silver nanoparticles formed within 8-10 minutes when a lemongrass leaf extract reacted with silver nitrate under microwave irradiation. The nanoparticles were characterized using UV-visible spectroscopy, nanoparticle tracking analysis, transmission electron microscopy, and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. The silver nanoparticles showed antimicrobial activity against bacteria such as E. coli and S. aureus as well as fungi such as C. albicans, inhibiting their growth in laboratory assays. When combined with antibiotics, the silver nanoparticles enhanced the antibiotics' effectiveness against drug-resistant microbial strains.
The document discusses the synthesis of nanoparticles using microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. It describes intracellular and extracellular synthesis methods. Intracellular synthesis involves accumulation of nanoparticles inside the cell, while extracellular synthesis uses cell secretions outside the cell. Specific examples provided include gold and silver nanoparticles synthesized using bacteria and fungi through reduction of metal ions. The nanoparticles have a variety of shapes and sizes in the 1-100 nm range and potential applications.
Phyto-mediated Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles by Cassia auriculata and its...IJEAB
An eco-friendly loom has been taking up in the present study to synthesize copper nanoparticles using Cassia auriculata. The leaf extract of Cassia auriculata acts as reducing as well as capping agent. Synthesis of copper nanoparticles was initially confirmed by the visual observation i.e color change (dark green color). The synthesized copper nanoparticles were primarily characterized by UV-vis spectroscopy and Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. Further, the formation of amorphous and crystalline phase was analyzed by X-Ray Diffraction pattern. The size and morphology of the synthesized Copper nanoparticles was characterized by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and the elemental composition was analyzed by EDAX. The present study is a preliminary investigation to know about the capability of Cassia auriculata to synthesize copper nanoparticles from its salts. The results of the present study confirmed that the leaf extract of Cassia auriculata be capable of recovering copper from printed circuit boards in the form of nanoparticles in near future.
This document discusses the isolation of Bacillus thuringiensis from soil in Basra, Iraq and its ability to biosorb heavy metals like cadmium and lead. B. thuringiensis showed resistance to high concentrations of lead and cadmium. Experiments examined the effect of metal concentration and contact time on biosorption. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and X-ray powder diffraction analysis were used to identify functional groups on the bacterial surface. The bacterium was able to effectively biosorb cadmium and lead from solutions, demonstrating its potential for remediating environments contaminated with heavy metals.
The current research aimed at fabricating plant extract mediated biosynthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) utilizing thorn extract of Bombax ceiba (TEBC). The synthesized AgNPs was characterized by UV spectroscopy where the surface plasmonic resonance peak (SPR) was located at 222 nm. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) studies demonstrated that the morphology of fabricated nanomaterials was primarily cylindrical of average size of 20-30 nm with some spindles of size >50 nm. The anti-microbial evaluation against Staphylococcus aureus revealed that AgNPs exhibited notable activity with ZOI of 27.2 mm at MIC of 25 μg/mL. The outcome of this research evidently signified that the biofabricated AgNPs using TEBC may be a new greener approach or technology to formulate anti-bacterial nanodrugs in future.
Plant Mediated Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles by Using Dried Stem Powder o...IJERA Editor
The Tinospora Crispa is an important medicinal plant to synthesize silver Nanoparticles provides environmentally benign and a feasible alternative to the most of the chemical, physical and biological methods. Utilizing the reduced property of Tinospora Crispa dried stem powder from 1mM aqueous silver nitrate, the average size of 40nm silver nanoparticles were synthesized at room temperature. The stem powder extracts mixed with silver nitrate showed a gradual change in the color of the extracts from yellow to dark brown. The formation of silver nanoparticles was confirmed by UV-Visible spectrophotometer, X-Ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), Energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDAX) and Transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The photoluminescence studies of silver nanoparticles shows that they are efficient fluorescence emitting probes.
Plant Mediated Synthesis of ZnO and Mn Doped ZnO Nanoparticles Using Carica P...IIJSRJournal
In this work, Zinc Oxide (ZnO) and Mn-doped ZnO nanoparticles were green synthesized using Carica papaya extract by the Co-precipitation method. X-ray diffraction (XRD) results revealed the formation of ZnO and Mn-doped ZnO nanoparticles with the wurtzite crystal structure (hexagonal). Due to the presence of dopant Manganese (Mn) the optical spectra showed a redshift in the absorbance spectrum. Structural and optical properties of the end product showed that the manganese ions (Mn2+) substituted the Zinc ions (Zn2+) without altering the Wurtzite structure of ZnO. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) spectra confirm the presence of metal oxide present in the end product. The antibacterial efficiency of ZnO and Mn-doped ZnO nanoparticles were studied using the agar well diffusion method against Gram-positive and Gram–negative bacteria. It is obvious from the results that Mn doped ZnO nanoparticles exhibit better antibacterial activity than ZnO nanoparticles.
This study aimed to isolate sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) from barite mines in India. Five bacterial strains were isolated from mine samples using an enrichment method and Iron-Lyngby medium. The isolates were identified through morphological, microscopic, and biochemical characterization. Four isolates were identified as Enterobacter species based on being gram-negative rods that tested positive for traits like nitrate reduction, methyl red, and carbohydrate utilization. The fifth isolate was identified as Bacillus species due to being gram-positive and testing positive for traits like nitrate reduction and carbohydrate utilization. These SRB isolates have potential applications in bioremediation of sulfur-contaminated environments.
This document summarizes the biogenic synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using papaya leaf extract. The objectives are to characterize the synthesized ZnO NPs using UV-Vis spectroscopy and XRD, and to synthesize them through a green pathway using papaya leaf extract. Zinc acetate and ammonium carbonate solutions were added dropwise to the extract to form a precipitate, which was filtered, dried, and calcined. XRD characterized the crystalline size as 19.22 nm, while UV-Vis determined the band gap energy to be 3.3406 eV.
1 biosynthesis of nanoparticles - algaeHamid Salari
This document discusses the biological synthesis of silver nanoparticles using algae as a non-toxic and environmentally friendly method. It outlines three methods for nanoparticle synthesis: physical, chemical, and biological. The biological approach uses algae such as Capillacae, J. Rubins, C. Sinusa, and Faciata to extract polysaccharides and synthesize silver nanoparticles, which are then characterized through techniques like TEM, FTIR, and UV-visible spectral analysis. The results show the potential for using algae-mediated biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles for applications such as antimicrobial textile treatment.
Synthesis of Silver Nano Particles from Marine Bacteria Pseudomonas aerogenosaKamalpreet Sarna
This document summarizes a study that isolated a marine bacterial strain called Pseudomonas aeruginosa and used it to synthesize silver nanoparticles. The silver nanoparticles were characterized using UV-Vis spectroscopy, SEM, FTIR, and XRD. UV-Vis analysis showed a peak at 420nm indicating the presence of silver nanoparticles. SEM images showed the nanoparticles were spherical in shape with sizes ranging from 50-80nm. FTIR and XRD further confirmed the presence of silver. The silver nanoparticles showed potent antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria as well as antifungal activity. This study demonstrates the potential of using marine bacteria as a green synthesis method for producing silver nanoparticles with biological applications.
The document summarizes research on the biological synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Klebsiella pneumonia bacteria. Silver nanoparticles were successfully synthesized using the cell-free supernatant of K. pneumonia when added to silver nitrate solutions. The nanoparticles were characterized using UV-VIS spectroscopy, SEM, and FTIR, and were found to be spherical in shape with sizes around 21nm. Antimicrobial testing showed the biologically synthesized silver nanoparticles were effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Potential applications of the silver nanoparticles include use in wound dressings and antimicrobial fabrics.
Green synthesis, Characterization and anti microbial activity of silver nano ...IJERA Editor
The exploitation of various plant materials for the biosynthesis of silver nano particles is considered a green
technology. Because it does not involve any harmful chemicals. Nanotechnology field is one of the most
attractive researches. The field of nanotechnology is applied to bio materials. This review focuses on the green
synthesis of silver nanoparticles using various plant sources. A detailed study on the reduction of silver ions to
silver nanoparticles from medical plant leaves extract were demonstrated with a brief experimental procedure.
Characterization of the synthesized nanoparticles performed through UV spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infra
Red spectroscopy analysis, X-Ray Diffraction analysis, Scanning Electron Microscopy and Transmission
Electron Microscopy. This review mainly focus on anti microbial activities of synthesized silver nano particles.
Biosynthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticles using ficus benghal...eSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology
Identification of Nitrogen Fixing Cyanobacteria ByRahul Anand
Cyanobacteria are important members of the "Microbial World" that can fix atmospheric Nitrogen. They can prove to be excellent alternative against chemical fertilizers.
Green synthesis of zinc oxide nano particles using flower extract cassia dens...IJERD Editor
Green synthesis of metal nanoparticles is an interesting issue of the nanoscience and
nanobiotechnology. There is a growing attention to biosynthesis the metal nanoparticles using organisms.
Among these organisms, plants seem to be the best and they are suitable for large scale biosynthesis of
nanoparticles. Nanoparticles produced by plants are more stable, and the rate of synthesis is faster than that in
the case of other organisms. The present investigation was carried out to green synthesis of zinc oxide
nanoparticles by using the medicinal plant cassia densistipulata taub. The flower was collected from the campus
of Anantapuramu, Andhra Pradesh and their petals were separated. The petals were taken and cleaned with
dimeneralized water and soaked for an hour on dry cloth to remove moisture from the petals.
Synthesis of Zinc Nanoparticles was done by mixing 5gms of Zinc Nitrate with 50ml of aqueous
extract of cassia densistipulata taub petals. The formation of nanoparticles was monitored by visualizing color
changes and it was confirmed by Electron microscope (SEM), UV-Vis spectrophotometer and Fourier
Transform Infra-Red (FT-IR) spectroscopy. The results of various techniques confirmed the presence Zinc oxide
nanoparticles.
ABSTRACT
The use of Spirulina as a nutraceutical has been popularized owing to its high essential amino acid, vitamin, carotenoid, chlorophyll content, antioxidant and antiinflamatory properties. This organism can also bioaccumulate and biosorb essential and non essential heavy metals. These properties have been exploited in this study using the organism, Spirulina platensis ARM 728. The fortification of the biomass in different concentrations of Selenium (10 ppm, 40 ppm and 100 ppm) and Zinc (1 ppm, 5 ppm and 10 ppm) was carried out and an increased content of proteins, chlorophyll, carotenoids, SOD, CAT and total antioxidant activity was seen. The biosorption and desorption capacity of the organism for antimony at 80 ppm was also seen with fair results.
Keywords: antioxidant properties, bioaccumulation, biosorption, heavy metals, Spirulina fortification.
The current research aimed at fabricating plant extract mediated biosynthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) utilizing thorn extract of Bombax ceiba (TEBC). The synthesized AgNPs was characterized by UV spectroscopy where the surface plasmonic resonance peak (SPR) was located at 222 nm. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) studies demonstrated that the morphology of fabricated nanomaterials was primarily cylindrical of average size of 20-30 nm with some spindles of size >50 nm. The anti-microbial evaluation against Staphylococcus aureus revealed that AgNPs exhibited notable activity with ZOI of 27.2 mm at MIC of 25 μg/mL. The outcome of this research evidently signified that the biofabricated AgNPs using TEBC may be a new greener approach or technology to formulate anti-bacterial nanodrugs in future.
Term ‘Nano’ comes from the Greek word ‘nanos’ meaning dwarf and denotes a measurement on the scale of one billionth (10⁹) of a meter in size. Nanoparticles are defined as a particulate dispersions of solid particles with atleast one dimension at a size range of 10-1000 nm. The most important feature of Nanoparticles is their surface area to volume aspect ratio, allowing them to interact with other particles easier.
Green Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles using Jasminum Fluminense Leaf Extract a...ijtsrd
1) The document describes the green synthesis of Zinc Oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles using the leaf extract of Jasminum Fluminense.
2) The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized using UV-Visible spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM).
3) UV-Visible spectroscopy showed an absorption peak at 289.9 nm confirming the formation of ZnO nanoparticles. TEM images showed the particles were hexagonal and spherical in shape with an average size of 20 nm.
1) Silver nanoparticles were synthesized using apple fruit extract through a green synthesis method. The apple extract reduced silver ions (Ag+) to form silver nanoparticles (AgNPs).
2) Characterization using UV-Vis spectroscopy, XRD, and TEM confirmed the formation and properties of spherical AgNPs around 20 nm in size with face centered cubic crystal structure.
3) FTIR analysis identified that biomolecules like proteins and ascorbic acid in the apple extract were responsible for reducing Ag+ ions and stabilizing the formed AgNPs.
4) Antimicrobial testing showed the AgNPs had effective antibacterial properties against common bacteria and antifungal activity against tested fungi strains, demonstrating their antim
This document summarizes a study that used the leaves of lemongrass (Cymbopogan citratus) to rapidly synthesize silver nanoparticles. Silver nanoparticles formed within 8-10 minutes when a lemongrass leaf extract reacted with silver nitrate under microwave irradiation. The nanoparticles were characterized using UV-visible spectroscopy, nanoparticle tracking analysis, transmission electron microscopy, and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. The silver nanoparticles showed antimicrobial activity against bacteria such as E. coli and S. aureus as well as fungi such as C. albicans, inhibiting their growth in laboratory assays. When combined with antibiotics, the silver nanoparticles enhanced the antibiotics' effectiveness against drug-resistant microbial strains.
The document discusses the synthesis of nanoparticles using microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. It describes intracellular and extracellular synthesis methods. Intracellular synthesis involves accumulation of nanoparticles inside the cell, while extracellular synthesis uses cell secretions outside the cell. Specific examples provided include gold and silver nanoparticles synthesized using bacteria and fungi through reduction of metal ions. The nanoparticles have a variety of shapes and sizes in the 1-100 nm range and potential applications.
Phyto-mediated Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles by Cassia auriculata and its...IJEAB
An eco-friendly loom has been taking up in the present study to synthesize copper nanoparticles using Cassia auriculata. The leaf extract of Cassia auriculata acts as reducing as well as capping agent. Synthesis of copper nanoparticles was initially confirmed by the visual observation i.e color change (dark green color). The synthesized copper nanoparticles were primarily characterized by UV-vis spectroscopy and Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. Further, the formation of amorphous and crystalline phase was analyzed by X-Ray Diffraction pattern. The size and morphology of the synthesized Copper nanoparticles was characterized by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and the elemental composition was analyzed by EDAX. The present study is a preliminary investigation to know about the capability of Cassia auriculata to synthesize copper nanoparticles from its salts. The results of the present study confirmed that the leaf extract of Cassia auriculata be capable of recovering copper from printed circuit boards in the form of nanoparticles in near future.
This document discusses the isolation of Bacillus thuringiensis from soil in Basra, Iraq and its ability to biosorb heavy metals like cadmium and lead. B. thuringiensis showed resistance to high concentrations of lead and cadmium. Experiments examined the effect of metal concentration and contact time on biosorption. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and X-ray powder diffraction analysis were used to identify functional groups on the bacterial surface. The bacterium was able to effectively biosorb cadmium and lead from solutions, demonstrating its potential for remediating environments contaminated with heavy metals.
Formulation Of Acalypha Wilkesiana Muell. Arg. Ethanol Leaf Extract into Crea...inventionjournals
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Pahrmaceutical Science. IJPSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
This document summarizes a study on the phytochemical-mediated synthesis of gold nanoparticles using the aqueous extract of the seaweed Sargassum ilicifolium. Key findings include:
1) The seaweed extract reduced gold ions (Au+) to gold nanoparticles (Au0) in solution, indicated by a color change to ruby red and characterized using UV-Vis spectroscopy and XRD.
2) FTIR analysis showed that carboxyl and hydroxyl groups in the seaweed mediated reduction and stabilization of the gold nanoparticles.
3) TEM images showed the produced gold nanoparticles were monodisperse and spherical, ranging in size from 2 to 30 nm.
Abstract
A rapid advance of nanotechnology has the potential approach for significant improvements in disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment. In this article, we report a simple and eco-friendly biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) using silver nitrate as metal precursor in Curcuma longa. These Ag-NPs were characterized by UV–vis spectroscopy, and Transmission electron microscopy (TEM). These nanoparticles exhibited maximum absorbance in specific nano meter range in UV–vis spectroscopy. TEM micrographs revealed the formation of well-dispersed Ag-NPs with its size and morphology. Microbiology assay founds that Ag-NPs are effective against V.cholera bacteria. These developments raise exciting opportunities to diagnose and treat pathogenic mode of infection based on the various profiles to target diseases.
Antimicrobial and cytotoxicity effect of silver nanoparticle synthesized by C...Nanomedicine Journal (NMJ)
Objective(s): For the development of reliable, ecofriendly, less expensive process for the synthesis of silver nanoparticles and to evaluate the bactericidal, and cytotoxicity properties of silver nanoparticles synthesized from root extract of Croton bonplandianum, Baill.
Materials and Methods: The synthesis of silver nanoparticles by plant part of Croton bonplandianum was carried out. The formation of nanoparticles was confirmed by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), XRD and UV-Vis spectrophotometric analysis. The biochemical properties were assayed by antibacterial study, cytotoxicity assay using cancer cell line.
Results: The formation of silver nanoparticles was confirmed by UV-VIS spectroscopic analysis which showed absorbance peak at 425 nm. X-ray diffraction photograph indicated the face centered cubic structure of the synthesized AgNPs. TEM has displayed the different dimensional images of biogenic silver nanoparticles with particle size distribution ranging from 15-40 nm with an average size of 32 nm. Silver particles are spherical in shape, clustered. The EDX analysis was used to identify the elemental composition of synthesized AgNPs. Antibacterial activity of the synthesized AgNPs against three Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria strains like Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa carried out showed significant zones of inhibition. The cytotoxicity study by AgNPS also showed cytotoxicity on ovarian cancer cell line PA-1 and lung epithelial cancer cell line A549.
Conclusion: The present study confirms that the AgNPs have great promise as antibacterial, and anticancer agent.
56.Synthesis, Characterization and Antibacterial activity of iron oxide Nanop...Annadurai B
This document summarizes the synthesis, characterization, and antibacterial activity of iron oxide nanoparticles. Key points:
- Iron oxide nanoparticles were synthesized using a co-precipitation method by adding mixtures of metal salts to a sodium hydroxide solution, producing particles between 14-68 nm in size.
- Characterization using XRD, FTIR, VSM, and SEM confirmed the crystalline cubic spinel structure and magnetic properties of the nanoparticles. Particle size decreased with increased manganese substitution.
- Magnetic measurements showed saturation magnetization and coercivity decreased with increased manganese content due to changes in exchange interactions between metal sites.
- Antibacterial tests showed the nanoparticles had moderate antibacterial effects against E
1) The document describes the green synthesis and optimization of polyhedral gold nanoparticles using Acinetobacter sp. SW30 isolated from activated sewage sludge.
2) Various physiological and physicochemical parameters that influence the synthesis of gold nanoparticles were optimized, including culture age, cell density, gold salt concentration, temperature, and pH.
3) Polyhedral gold nanoparticles averaging 20 ± 10 nm were synthesized using a 24 hour old culture with a cell density of 2.4 × 109 cfu/ml, at 50°C and pH 9 in 0.5 mM HAuCl4 solution.
This document discusses the development of bioactive ceramics for bone regeneration applications. The ceramics were developed in the B2O3-MgO-SiO2-Na2O-CaO-P2O5-ZnO system using a sol-gel technique. Five compositions were prepared with varying amounts of B2O3. Characterization showed the materials were mesoporous and crystallized phases including hydroxylapatite and whitlockite. In vitro tests found the materials degraded appropriately and formed hydroxylapatite layers when soaked in simulated body fluid, indicating their bioactive nature. Biological studies of swelling, drug release, cytotoxicity and cell culture were also conducted. The results suggest these materials are promising
Antimicrobial activity of silver nanoparticles from capsicum sp. against stap...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that synthesized silver nanoparticles from Capsicum sp. (pepper) extract and tested their antimicrobial activity against various pathogens. Key findings:
- Pepper extract was used to reduce silver ions and synthesize silver nanoparticles, confirmed by a UV-Vis absorption peak at 480nm.
- Disk diffusion tests showed the silver nanoparticles had concentration-dependent antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus, Bacillus, E. coli, and Pseudomonas. Higher concentrations inhibited more growth.
- The nanoparticles were most effective against Pseudomonas, followed by Bacillus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli, showing activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Abstract
Objective(s):
The development of reliable and ecofriendly process for the synthesis of nano-metals is an important aspect in the field of nanotechnology. Nano-metals are a special group of materials with broad area of applications.
Materials and Methods:
In this study, extracellular synthesis of silver nanoparticles (SNPs) performed by use of the gram positive soil Streptomycetes. Streptomycetes isolated from rice fields of Guilan Province, Iran (5 isolates). Initial characterization of SNPs was performed by visual change color. To determine the bacterium taxonomical identity, its colonies characterized morphologically by use of scanning electron microscope. The PCR molecular analysis of active isolate represented its identity partially. In this regard, 16S rDNA of isolate G was amplified using universal bacterial primers FD1 and RP2. The PCR products were purified and sequenced. Sequence analysis of 16S rDNA was then conducted using NCBI GenBank database using BLAST. Also SNPs were characterized by, transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and X-ray diffraction spectroscopy (XRD).
Results:
From all 5 collected Streptomyces somaliensis isolates, isolate G showed highest extracellular synthesis of SNPs via in vitro. SNPs were formed immediately by the addition of (AgNO3) solution (1 mM). UV-visible spectrophotometry for measuring surface plasmon resonance showed a single absorption peak at 450 nm, which confirmed the presence of SNPs. TEM revealed the extracellular formation of spherical silver nanoparticles in the size range of 5-35 nm.
Conclusions:
The biological approach for the synthesis of metal nanoparticles offers an environmentally benign alternative to the traditional chemical and physical synthesis methods. So, a simple, environmentally friendly and cost-effective method has been developed to synthesize AgNPs using Streptomycetes.
Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles (AgNPs) and it's ApplicationsManish Dash
The document discusses the green synthesis and applications of silver nanoparticles. It begins by outlining the need for advanced disinfectant nanomaterials to prevent disease outbreaks caused by overpopulation and poor sanitation. It then describes how silver nanoparticles are a promising material for developing antimicrobial products due to their high antimicrobial activity. The document goes on to detail a green synthesis method for producing silver nanoparticles using the extract of Bougainvillea plant bracts, and characterizes the nanoparticles. It finds that the synthesized silver nanoparticles demonstrate effective antimicrobial properties against bacteria as well as antifouling effects.
IRJET- Characterization of Silver Nanoparticles Biosynthesized using Ficus Re...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes a study that characterized silver nanoparticles biosynthesized using Ficus religiosa plant leaf extract. Silver nanoparticles were synthesized by adding Ficus religiosa leaf extract to silver nitrate solution, indicated by a color change from green to brown. The nanoparticles were characterized using UV-visible spectroscopy, XRD analysis, FTIR spectroscopy, and SEM analysis. UV-visible spectroscopy showed a peak at 424nm confirming nanoparticle synthesis. XRD analysis revealed the crystalline nature of the nanoparticles. FTIR confirmed the presence of functional groups that may stabilize the nanoparticles. SEM analysis showed the nanoparticles were spherical in morphology.
Invitro Assessment of Antibacterial and Antioxidant Property of Biofabricated...ijtsrd
Biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles is an eye catching area of a modern research field. It is simple, single step, non toxic and eco friendly method. In the present investigation, the aqueous extract of Bauhinia tomentosa is used to synthesise silver nanoparticles and it was confirmed by UV Visible spectrometer. Due to surface Plasmon resonance, the peak obtained at 440.0 nm. The functional group present at the surface of the silver nanoparticles was confirmed by FT IR analysis. Further, the synthesized silver nanoparticles were subjected to antibacterial activity by Well diffusion method and also antioxidant activity performed by hydrogen peroxide scavenging assay. As concentration of silver nanoparticles increases the bactericidal activity is raised and also the antioxidant activity is increased. Thus it reveals that due to presence of various bioactive compounds present in the plant extract acting as reducing agent to reduce the size of silver ions into silver nanoparticles. Therefore, the biosynthesized nanoparticles is utilized for various biomedical applications. Mohanapriya. P ""Invitro Assessment of Antibacterial and Antioxidant Property of Biofabricated Silver Nanoparticles using Aqueous Extract of Bauhinia Tomentosa"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-3 , April 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd22780.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/nano-technology-/22780/invitro-assessment-of-antibacterial-and-antioxidant-property-of-biofabricated-silver-nanoparticles-using-aqueous-extract-of-bauhinia-tomentosa/mohanapriya-p
Silver nanoparticles from the leaf extract of datura metelUsman Arshad
This research article describes the green synthesis and characterization of zero-valent silver nanoparticles using the leaf extract of the Datura metel plant. Silver nanoparticles were synthesized by mixing an aqueous solution of silver nitrate with an extract of D. metel leaves. Characterization using UV-Vis spectroscopy, SEM, and TEM showed the particles were predominantly between 50-100 nm in size. Antimicrobial testing demonstrated the silver nanoparticles had inhibitory effects against bacterial and fungal strains. The green synthesis method provides a low-cost and environmentally friendly approach for producing silver nanoparticles.
Synthesis and evaluation of bactericidal properties of CuO nanoparticles agai...Nanomedicine Journal (NMJ)
Objective(s):
CuO is one of the most important transition metal oxides due to its captivating properties. It is used in various technological applications such as high critical temperature superconductors, gas sensors, in photoconductive applications, and so on. Recently, it has been used as an antimicrobial agent against various bacterial species.
Materials and Methods:
Here, we synthesized CuO nanoparticles (NPs) and explored the antibacterial activity of CuO NPs preparation.
Results:
Single crystalline nanoparticles of copper oxide having almost uniform particle size of 5-6 nm has been synthesized by a facile and versatile route. XRD spectra confirmed the formation of single phase CuO NPs. Transmission electron microscopy results corroborate well with XRD results. The technique employed is free from toxic solvents, organics and amines, is based on a simple reaction of copper sulfate and de-ionized water (DI), and their bactericidal effects against of Aeromonas hydrophila ATCC 7966T bacteria were investigated. Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) with liquid culture for all of the Aeromonas hydrophila culture Medias was done.
Conclusion:
Present study confirms that Copper oxide nanoparticles have great promise as antimicrobial agent against Aeromonas hydrophila.
1) The document reports on research into the endophytic fungus Papulaspora pallidula's ability to biosynthesize silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) and their potential antitumor and antibacterial efficacy.
2) The biosynthesized AgNPs exhibited 52.7% growth inhibition of human larynx carcinoma cells and varying levels of inhibition against 5 pathogenic bacterial strains. Combining the AgNPs with Gentamycin significantly increased antibacterial activity.
3) Characterization of the AgNPs showed they were spherical and ranged from 8-90nm in size. UV-Vis and FTIR analysis confirmed AgNP formation and protein capping, while SEM images visualized particle shape and dispersion.
Enlargement of biologically stimulated
investigational processes for the synthesis of nanoparticles is
budding into an important branch of nanotechnology. Eco
responsive methods of green mediated synthesis of nanoparticles
are the present research in the extremity of nanotechnology. The
bioreduction behavior of leaf extracts of Morinda citrifolia L.
(Rubiaceae) in the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles was
investigated employing UV/Visible Spectrophotometry, Particle
size analyzer, Zeta potential, Filed emission scanning electron
microscopy, Energy Dispersive X-ray Analysis and FourierTransform
Infrared Spectroscopy. The antifungal property of the
silver nanoparticles was tested against Candida albicans,
Candida tropicalis and Candida krusei. The Antifungal assay
tests Zone of inhibition revealed the concentrations of more than
10µl of silver nanoparticles were inhibited the growth of fungal
pathogens.
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Biosynthesis, Antimicrobial, and Cytotoxic Effects of Silver Nanoparticles Using Acacia Concinna POD Extract and Kigelia Africa Leaf Extract- Secondary metabolites found in plants include alkaloids, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, phytosterols, saponins, tannins, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and minerals. These secondary metabolites have a wide range of uses, including the production of nanoparticles.
Biosynthesis, Antimicrobial, and Cytotoxic Effects of Silver Nanoparticles Using Acacia Concinna POD Extract and Kigelia Africa Leaf Extract- Secondary metabolites found in plants include alkaloids, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, phytosterols, saponins, tannins, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and minerals. These secondary metabolites have a wide range of uses, including the production of nanoparticles.
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This study isolated Shewanella oneidensis from soil in Basra, Iraq. S. oneidensis showed high resistance to cadmium (1000 mg/L) and lead (700 mg/L). It effectively accumulated both metals at different concentrations and exposure times. Transmission electron microscopy confirmed S. oneidensis accumulated cadmium and lead intracellularly, causing morphological changes. The results suggest S. oneidensis has potential for bioremediating sites contaminated with heavy metals like cadmium and lead.
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Considering the effects of chemical herbicide application, biomarkers have
now become more widely considered for controlling weeds. Allelopathy demonstrates
the potential for this through the release of trace elements from decomposable plant
leaves, seeds, stems and strains. In order to investigate the effects of aqueous extract
of sunflower on the germination and morphological characteristics of Rumex acetosa,
Lepidium draba and Convolvulus arvensis seedlings as three common weeds in sugar
beet fields, a research experiment was carried out in the laboratory of Islamic Azad
University, Neishabour, in 2016 as a factorial in the form of completely randomized
design with four replications. The experimental treatments were aqueous extract of
sunflower (zero, 25%, 50%, 75% and 100%), the type of weed in three levels (Rumex
acetosa, Lepidium draba and Convolvulus arvensis), respectively. The results showed
that the highest percentage and rate of germination were observed in non-use of
sunflower extract (irrigation with distilled water), which in Rumex acetosa 97 and 33
percent were higher respectively, in comparison to Lepidium draba and Convolvulus
arvensis. In the study of stem fresh weight, fresh and dry weight of roots, it showed
that the field bindweed plant was more resistant compared to Rumex acetosa,
Lepidium draba. The lowest germination and seedling traits were obtained in 100% of
sunflower aqueous extract, which affected the weeds of the Ivy and Blacks, and the
sorrel was more resistant. According to the results, sunflower extract as a strong
combination for weed control can have promising results for sustainable agriculture.
In order to have data on the consumption of okra in Ivory Coast, a survey was
carried out in a school in the town of Adjamé among young people aged between 15
and 35 years. The survey showed that all respondents knew okra 57.80% of
respondents appreciate okra fresh, 39.20% dry and 03% do not appreciate at all the
okra. It also showed that 18.60% of respondents appreciate the sauce gombo, 20.80%
gouagouassou the sauce, the 13.80% Kopé sauce, 39.20% djoumblé the sauce, sauces
made 0.8% made from sheets of okra. 06.80% do not like these sauces. All people
surveyed know the varieties of "Gombo baoule" and "Gombo dioula." In conclusion,
the existing prejudices about fresh okra are the dried okra is more popular among
young people in Côte d'Ivoire.
Five diets (diets incorporated with folic acid, vitamin B, vitamin C, vitamin/
mineral mix and control) were used to determine their effects on survival, digestive
enzyme activity, protein profiling and growth of striped snakehead Channa striatus
fingerlings. All vitamin diets showed significant difference in enzyme activity like
protease, amylase and lipase, when compared to that of control. The fingerlings fed
with vitamin C diet showed significantly (P<0.05) better performance in terms of
survival rate, weight gain and Specific Growth Rate (SGR) when compared to the rest
of the four diets. The electrophoretic studies revealed that high molecular weight
fractions were added up in muscle tissue of C. striatus fed with vitamin and mineral
supplemented diets.
Mining is considered as a difficult and harmful job as it is done in a very
difficult physical and environmental condition. In addition to that, miners are exposed
to the dangers, damages and even death because of the bad condition of mines. The
dangers of mines are different in accordance with the kind of mine which may be
underground or surfaces. The dangers may be a bit different in different cities and
mines. Main harmful factors in mining are the physical damages, hyperthermia,
hearing loss, lung diseases, musculoskeletal diseases and facing with dangerous gases
and beams. The purpose of this essay is to examine the effect of physical, chemical
and biological harmful factor on miners. This survey has adopted descriptive method
and data are collected by library method. The results showed that the exposure of
chemical factors such as dust, methane and silica, and physical factors such as noise,
radiation, and biological factors may have great danger for miners.
The intensive study was conuducted for the prevalence and distribution of
Armigeres obturbans for the first time in the rural area surrounding Rajkot City. Seven
villages were identified for the study species identification, larval density, adult
density and distribution of breeding sites of the species. Results showed that adult
density of Ar. obturbans during monsoon was highest and post monsoon period was
most favourable for the species. Also the breeding sites of the species were recorded
more during this period. While during winter season majority of temporary breeding
sites dries out because of temperature decrease. Therefore, the temperature and
rainfall are the two variables that showed major effect on the breeding activities of
this species.
In order to assess the Myxosporeans fauna of Cameroon fresh water fishes so
as to find the fight strategies, 655 specimens (350 Oreochromis niloticus and 305
Barbus callipterus) were sampled in Mapé river (Sanaga basin) and examined.
Standard methods were used for the sampling of fishes, conservation and microscopy.
Morphometric characteristics of the spores were used for species identification. Two
new species belonging to the genus Myxobolus Büstchli, 1882 were described namely
Myxobolus tchoumbouei n. sp in Barbus callipterus which formed cysts within various
organs (fins, skin and operculum); Myxobolus mapei n. sp parasite of kidneys and liver
in Oreochromis niloticus and Barbus callipterus. Myxobolus tchoumbouei exhibited
very long spores (19.19 x 8.89 μm), pear-shaped with rounded anterior end
sometimes flattened. Polar capsules were dissymmetrical. They measured 7.60 x 3.00
μm for the bigger and 7.06 x 2.62 μm for the smaller. Myxobolus mapei n. sp had
ellipsoidal spores (13.50 x 6.83 μm) with unequal polar capsules. The larger polar
capsule (6.44 X 2.88 μm) was about 1.5 times longer than the smaller one (4.13 X 1.61
μm) and filled half of the spiral cavity. The awareness about these parasites is useful
to find fighting strategies.
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is also known by the name hyaluronan. The necessity for
using this fabulous material lead to investigate non-pathogenic strains which produce
this material. The most non-pathogenic strain is S. thermophilus. The lack of literature
on microbial production of this substance by the strain prompted us to examine the
microbial production of HA from it and also to examine optimization of culture
conditions where HA is produced. The bacteria Streptococcus salivarius sub.
thermophilus was obtained from the Bank of Scientific and Industrial Research of Iran
(PTCC 1738). To separate S. thermophilus strains from yogurts, three types of yogurts
were used. They were cultured by pour-plate and surface methods on STA medium. To
identify the isolated strains, biochemical tests and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
were used. Bacterial strains isolated from yoghurts were identified as S. thermophilus
MN-BM-A02, S. thermophilus JIM8232 and S. thermophilus MN-ZLW-002. To separate
the capsule strains, each strain was cultured on STB medium and then they were
centrifuged. In order to purify the samples, ethanol and charcoal were used. To
optimize production, variety of sources of carbon, nitrogen, temperature and pH were
studied.
The qualitative and quantitative dynamics of the copepod community in
Hendijan harbor was studied through zooplankton samples collected seasonally in
summer 2010 (July- August), autumn 2010 (October), winter 2011 (December-
February) and spring 2011(April). The copepods community was represented by 27
species, belonging to calanoida (16 species), cyclopoida (5 species), Poecilostomatoida
(3 species) and harpacticoida (3 species). The highest abundance of copepods was in
summer (14402±3352 Ind/m3) while the lowest was in winter (852±155 ind/m3). Of
the adult forms, Acartiella faoensis was the most abundant species, forming 19% of
the total copepods, followed by Paracalanus parvus (17%), Corycaeus andrewsi (13%)
and Clausocalanus arcuicornis (8%). Most of copepod species displayed distinct
seasonal occurrence relative to environmental conditions. The spearman’s correlation
revealed that temperature and salinity were the most important factor controlling the
size of copepods density in Hendijan harbor. The cluster analysis demonstrated
different types of association between copepods species. The highest value of
Shannon’s diversity index, Margalef index and Pielou’s evenness was noticed in
summer. These results revealed that the summer is different from other seasons of
the year and in this season the ecological situation is better and more stable than
other seasons in Hendijan shores waters.
The main purpose of this research was to investigate the women pregnancy healthy status and behaviors in Eastern-Azerbaijan province referred to the treatment health centers in 2012. The present study was a cross-section study. So 30
married women between 15-49 years old have been taken up randomly for family adjustment and mother health and pregnancy care. A questionnaire including the demographic features and other questions about the status and behavior of the
pregnancy health affairs were used to collect the results. The obtained data of these questionnaires were analyzed by SPSS software. The results that showed 63.8% had itching or the vaginal stimuli and 34.9% (52 ones) had bad-smelling secretions and
36.9% (55 ones) had intense pain around the abdominal area. The investigation of these infectious diseases through sexual path showed that about 0.5% (3 ones) are challenging with these mentioned disorders. The results of the barrenness showed that about 8.7% (52 ones) tried to get pregnant but they did not get pregnant.
To evaluate the effect of humic acid fertilizer on potato tubers in 2010, trials were conducted in the Province of Iran. The experiment was conducted on a split plot with randomized complete block design having three replications. Main plots consisted of four levels of humic acid (0, 1, 2, 3 times) solution in water irrigation and sub-factor consisted of three varieties of potato (Marfona, Satina, and Born). During planting the application of humic acid at the rate of nine liters per hectare per load at the beginning and start of creating tuber formation respectively were done. Analysis of variance showed that the smallest and largest tuber weight, number of tubers per plant and yield per plant were not significant. Effect of humic acid on the smallest mean tumor weight at 1% and the number of tubers and yield per plant showed significant difference at 5% level. The largest tuber weight was also not significantly different. Interaction of humic acid fertilizer in any of the measured parameters showed no significant difference in potatoes. Comparison by Duncan test showed that the application of humic acid in all the three stages of growth had shown great impact on tuber weight. The highest number of tubers per plant has been associated with the use of humic acid (27 l/ha). The number of tubers per hectare with the application of 18 litres of humic acid showed no significant difference. The amount of humic acid applied were 18 and 27 litres per hectare, and increased performance is in the range of 13 and 29% respectively.
The purpose of this research was to investigate the students' attitude and consciousness degree regarding the pregnancy health in 2013 in Eastern-Azerbaijan Province. So, 300 students in different semesters have been taken up as accidentally from Tabriz, Marand, Bonab, Maragheh and Ahar have been taken up in this study. The WHO illustrative questionnaire for interview-questionnaire designed by John Cleland surveys with young people has been applied in this study. The statistical data has been completed by the help of SPSS software and descriptive and t-test statistical cases. The results showed the attitude score from the family adjustment is significantly higher than the determined degree positively. The results showed the sexual diseases are significantly higher than the fixed determined degree positively. Also it showed there is no observed any significant difference between the degree of the conscious and the students' attitude based on their marital status The results did not show any significant difference regarding the degree of the attitude among students.
The main purpose of the present study was to determine the effect of regular home visits on the developmental indices of low birth weight infants. The present study was an on-site clinical investigation. 90 infants ranging between 1500 to 2500g born in Razi Hospital of Marand town having the entrance criteria to the present study were taken into consideration through the available sampling method and then they were divided into two intervention and control groups. The intervention group has received the whole routine cares since the first to fourth week and then they were visited at home for 45 minutes a week. The control group received the routine cares. The evolutionary indices of both groups were also completed monthly for three months by referring homes. The related data gathering tool was also subjected to the demographic information through registration list and the Persian version of the Low Weight Infant Inventory (LWII) (2 months) that have been completed by the researcher on the birthday, first, second and third months of the birth through the interview. SPSS-15 software and the application of the inferential and descriptive statistical tests (K2 and T-tests) were also applied in order to analyze the related data in this study. The significance level was considered as p<0.05.
More than half of these related research units of both groups had experience (61.5%) and control (55.8%) regarding all women in this study; the mean score of the low weight infants on the first month had not shown any statistical significant difference; but on the second months (p=0.04) and the third months (p=0.001), they had shown statistical significant difference progressively. The healthcare based on home-visit had influence on the recovery indices of the low weight infants. Hence, nurses and other health monitors of the infants should apply for the healthcare programs based on home-visit particularly in caring infants.
Protein was extracted from muscles of Channa striatus and attempts were
made to evaluate in vitro antibacterial activity against clinical bacterial isolates. The
higher concentration of protein (100μg/ml) extracts exhibited a pronounced activity
against Pseudomonas aeruginosa (21 mm), Proteus vulgaris (19 mm), Citrobacter sp
(19 mm), Klebsiella pneumoniae (18 mm), Micrococcus sp (17 mm), Bacillus subtilis (16
mm), Staphylococcus aureus (15 mm), E. coli (14 mm) and Serratia marcescens (5
mm). The minimum inhibitory concentration and minimum bactericidal concentration
were found to be 20-40 μg/ml and 80-100 μg/ml respectively for the extracts of
Channa striatus protein against test organisms. This study confirms that C. striatus fish
protein extracts possess antibacterial activity against a wide range of microbes and
justified that it could be used in the traditional medicine as a remedy for the
treatment of bacterial diseases.
Food security in a growing population with limited natural resources is one of
the most important issues of the world. Accumulation of heavy metals in food and
their concentrations increase and reaching to a risk limit can threaten human health.
The purpose of this study, is to study the heavy metals lead and cadmium in
vegetables, cultured on spinach and watercress at 10 Gardens of Ardabil. This study is
cross-sectional and 81 samples in water, soil, and spinach and watercress were
prepared during the months of June, July and August in 2015 and after preparation
according to the standard methods and using atomic absorption spectrophotometer
(Perkin Elmer) for the determination of heavy metals. SPSS software was used for data
analysis. The results showed that the mean level of lead and cadmium in all samples
were less than the EPA standard. Between studied orchards in terms of the amount of
cadmium and lead no statistically significant different was seen. The independent ttest
showed that in terms of cadmium between two species of spinach and watercress
there found a significant difference at the 5% level so that the amount of cadmium in
spinach was more than the watercress. Since the concentration of heavy metals in all
samples at second and third stages in July and August were zero, but in the first step
in June, the amount of heavy metals have been found in some samples showed that
all three samples of first cut had more contamination than second and third cut. And
in this case, the concentration of heavy metal pollution in hibernation at vegetable
gardens Ardabil is possible. The results of spinach cadmium amount in the first cut in
the three garden of viz.,3, 6 and 10 showed that in the garden (3), the amount of
cadmium in water is higher than the standard and is concentrated in spinach and the
gardens of 6 and 10 Cadmium in the soil of the gardens, is slightly higher that is
condensed in spinach thus it can be considered that spinach in terms of cadmium has
bioaccumulation.
Generally, the reconstitution of palaeo-geography and related environments
is based on the study of sediment markers such as grain size and clay mineralogy. In
this research, 90 surface and subsurface sediment samples from eight cores were
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(interpreted to be cold times), and those with small Kaolinite, quartz and feldspar
peaks and a large smectite peak-(warm sediments). In addition, smectite content
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dissemination principle of International Environmental Law, the countries that
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acclimatization phase. Non-traditional regulators phenolization decrease the explant
growth in the establishment phase of in vitro propagation; but increased the number
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Compatibility of Beauveria bassiana strains on the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles
1. Article Citation:
Majesh Tomson, Sajeev TV and Azhagu Raj R
Compatibility of Beauveria bassiana strains on the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles
Journal of Research in Biology (2016) 6(5): 2068-2077
JournalofResearchinBiology
Compatibility of Beauveria bassiana strains on the biosynthesis
of silver nanoparticles
Keywords:
B. bassiana, Silver nanoparticles, Characterization, HPLC.
ABSTRACT:
Nowadays synthesis of nanomaterials by using bio-root is limelight of modern
nanotechnology. In the present investigation, we have isolated four strains viz: KFRI
330 (A), KFRI 332 (B), KFRI 351 (C) and KFRI 352 (D) of Beauveria bassiana from the
forest soils in Kerala. Spore count was tested for all the strains of B. bassiana stored in
the laboratory. Silver nanoparticles were synthesized from the four strains of
B. bassiana and the formation of nanoparticles was observed within 48 hours. The
synthesized silver nanoparticle has been characterized by UV-Vis spectroscopy, FT-IR
and TEM analysis. The appearance of UV-Vis Peak (SPR 440 nm) revealed the
reduction of silver metal ions to silver nanoparticles by using the fungal strains. The
possible bio-molecules involved in nanoparticles synthesis was identified by HPLC
analysis. The functional groups involved in the silver nanoparticles synthesis were
identified. The amide group is responsible for the synthesis of silver nanoparticles.
From the TEM analysis, the size of the AGNPs has been measured as 4-70 nm (mean
10.7±0.04 nm). It was evident from the HPLC result that primary amines act on
capping as a well as a stabilizing agent.
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Authors:
Majesh Tomson1
,
Sajeev TV1
and
Azhagu Raj R2
.
Institution:
1. Division of Entomology,
Kerala Forest Research
Institute, Peechi – 680 653,
Kerala, India.
2. Department of Animal
Science, Manonmaniam
Sundaranar University,
Tirunelveli,627 011, Tamil
Nadu, India.
Corresponding author:
Majesh Tomson
Email Id:
Web Address:
http://jresearchbiology.com/
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Dates:
Received: 08 May 2016 Accepted: 03 June 2016 Published: 09 Aug 2016
Journal of Research in Biology
An International Scientific Research Journal
Original Research
ISSN No: Print: 2231 –6280; Online: 2231- 6299
2. INTRODUCTION
Improvement of naturally invigorated test forms
for the union of nanoparticles is a significant branch of
nanotechnology. The biosynthesis of nanoparticles has
built up expanding consideration because of the
developing need to extend safe, practical and earth well-
disposed advancements for the nano-materials union.
Organic strategies for nanoparticles union utilizing
microorganism (Klaus et al., 1999; Nair and Pradeep,
2002; Konishi et al., 2007; Sangappa and Thiagarajan,
2012), and their protein (Wilner et al., 2006; Jeevan et
al., 2012) were all around reported in the writing. Be that
as it may, investigation of pathogenic organisms as the
potential nano-factories has more enthusiasm for the
natural union of nanoparticles. Since, the nanoparticles
were set up by organic strategies, proteins were utilized
as topping operators holding fast.
Biosynthesized or green nanoparticles are
picking up force in the field of farming for irritation
(Chutao et al., 2007; Jeevan et al. 2012; Mouchet et al.,
2008) and infection administration (Sangappa and
Thiagarajan, 2012; Krishnaraj et al., 2010). The most
regularly utilized proteins as a part of the combination of
nanoparticles are ferritin and apoferritin. The
extracellular biosynthesis of AgNPs using the
filamentous fungus A. fumigatus and entomopathogenic
fungi B. bassiana was investigated by Bhainsa and Souza
(2006), Ingle et al. (2008) and entomopathogenic fungi
Beauveria bassiana by Prabakaran et al. (2016).
Henceforth, these strategies have been changed
for the bioreduction utilizing organisms, including
Fusarium acuminatum (Ingle et al., 2008) and
Penicillium fellutanum (Kathiresan et al., 2009). The
additional cell proteins delivered by the growth cause a
decrease and later they go about as topping specialists
(Ahmad et al., 2003). Regardless of these noteworthy
results, there are no reports accessible for orchestrating
silver nanoparticles utilizing Beauveria bassiana
entomotoxic proteins and the point by point system have
not been clarified. Keeping this lacuna in our mind, the
present study was conceived to investigate the entomo-
pathogenic organisms associated in the forest ecosystem,
its duplication under laboratory condition, and quickly
incorporating AgNPs utilizing B. bassiana.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Beauveria bassiana conidial suspension preparation
The Beauveria bassiana Bals. (Ascomycota:
Hypocreales) fungal isolates were developed in
Sabouraud Dextrose Agar (SDA) at 280
C for 8-10 days.
Spores were collected by scrapping the media surface
and watery arrangements were readied. The spore
suspensions were then separated by a few layers of
muslin fabric to evacuate mycelial mats. The
convergence of spores in the last suspension was dictated
by haemocytometry (Tomson, 2013).
Estimation of spore concentration
One milliliter of the refined entomopathogenic
fungal suspension was weakened with water containing
0.1% wetting operator (Tween-80). The spores were
checked in around 25 of 1/400 mm2
utilizing a
hemocytometer. Spore suspensions of craved fixation
were set up from the stock with reasonable weakening
with sanitized refined water.
Biogenesis of silver nanoparticles using fungus
Silver nitrate (AgNO3) was obtained from
HiMedia, Mumbai, India (99.9 %). All glasswares were
washed with deionised water and dried in an oven at 50-
600
C before use. The broth used for reduction of AgNO3
molecules to Ag0
was prepared by taking 100 mL of
fungus culture in a 250 mL Erlenmeyer flask. This
solution was added to 50 mL of 10-3
M AgNO3 aqueous
solution (Tomson, 2013).
Characterization of silver nanoparticles
UV-Vis spectral analysis
Bio-reduction of AgNO3-particles in a protein
arrangement was observed by intermittent inspecting of
aliquots (2 mL) of the fluid substance and measuring the
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3. UV- visible spectrum of the arrangement. UV-noticeable
spectra of these aliquots were checked as a component of
time of response on the example.
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
analysis
For Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR)
spectroscopy estimations, bio-reduced silver nitrate
solution drop covered on Si (III) substrates was done on
a Perkin-Elmer, spectrum (Japan) model RX-I, in the
diffuse reflection mode at a determination of 4 cm-1.
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
The B. bassiana culture filtrate and
biosynthesized silver nanoparticles were examined on a
HPLC (Shimadzu LC/10 AD, Japan) outfitted with an
injector (20 µl circle) and C-18 column (5µm molecule
size), (250 mm x 4.6 mm I.D) utilizing CH3OH/H2O (1:1
v/v) at a flow rate of 0.8 ml min-1with identification
inclination from 3% MeOH (Himedia, India) and
expanded up to 70% MeOH by UV absorption at 280 nm
utilizing an indicator (SPD-10A/UV-Vis). Purification
was executed by analytical HPLC (Shimadzu) utilizing
an LC/10 AD ODS, 250 mm X 4.6 mm segment, MeOH/
H2O linear elution inclination beginning from 3% MeOH
amid five minutes and expanded up to 70% MeOH in
thirty minutes with a stream rate of 1.0 mL min-2.
TEM analysis of silver nanoparticles
For Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
analysis, dried nanoparticles were set onto carbon
covered copper matrices and estimations were tackled a
JEOL model 3010 and Philips CM-200, Japan instrument
worked at an accelerating voltage of 120 kV. The size
and state of bio-reduced nanoparticles were physically
translated independently by watching 100 particles
haphazardly as indicated by the shapes and sizes.
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Selection of Beauveria bassiana strains and culture
The four strains of B. bassiana were selected by the
analyzing the sporulation capacity of the fungi in potato
dextrose broth. Well sporulated strains were selected and
represented as A (KFRI 330), B (KFRI 332), C (KFRI
351) and D (KFRI 352). Spore count was recorded using
a haemocytometer (Table 1).
Biogenesis of silver nanoparticles using fungus
The bio-silver nanoparticles were synthesized
using the strains of B. bassiana culture filtrate after 48
hours by the addition of silver nitrate solution (Figure 1).
In UV-Visible spectroscopy, the synthesized silver
nanoparticles’ Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) bands
occur in the range of 429- to 440 nm in an aqueous
medium. As the bio-reduced silver nanoparticles were
stable, highly intensified SPR bands initially occurred at
440 nm after 48 hours at room temperature and initially
turned the turbid colored solution into brown. After
completion of the reaction of the silver ions with the
B. bassiana, the silver nanoparticles solution was tested
for stability. It was observed that nanoparticles solution
was stable for more than 60 days with little aggregation
(Figure 1).
FT-IR spectroscopy
The silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) synthesized
using the B. bassiana were subjected to FT-IR analysis
to identify the bio-molecules stabilizing the nanoparticles
in solution and also to provide a clue as to what the
reducing agent might be. The silver nanoparticles
synthesized using B. bassiana protein fraction showed
strong bonds at 1638 (Plate 1) (Table 2) (Tomson, 2013).
This band corresponds to the amide II bands of
polypeptide/protein. As indicated by the FT-IR data, the
functional group responsible for the reduction of Ag+
was secondary amines (1636 and 1435cm-1
).
FT-IR studies confirmed an amine group from
amino acid residue and showed a well-built binding
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B. bassiana strain Spore count
KFRI 330 - A 4.2x108
KFRI 332 - B 3.8x108
KFRI 351 - C 5.5x108
KFRI 352 - D 4.8x108
Table 1. Spore count of different strains of B. bassiana
4. potential with metal; this suggested the arrangement of a
layer covering metal nanoparticles and acting as a
capping agent to stop agglomeration and providing
strength in the medium. These results confirmed the
presence of proteins performing as reducing and
stabilizing agents (Prabakaran et al., 2016). Therefore, it
is evident that these amines act as a reducing agent and
also as a stabilizing or capping agent. Proteins play a
major role in the reduction of silver ions by oxidation.
These findings are in accordance with the results of
Sadowski et al. (2008) in the fungus mediated synthesis
of AgNPs (Tomson, 2013)
HPLC analysis
HPLC analysis showed the peaks representing
compound in the culture medium (Plate 2- 1,2,3 and 4)
was absent in the nanoparticles synthesized medium
(Plate 2- a,b,c and d). Hence, it clearly proved that the
reducing agent acts on silver nitrates and produce
nanoparticles as well as a capping agent for stable
nanoparticles. Also, the compound present in the each
strain of B. bassiana were varied (Plate 2). The results
obtained from the culture filtrate of fungal strains
indicated the common compounds produced by the
fungus in the medium. After synthesis of bio-
nanomaterial there found changes in the chromatogram,
i.e. some peaks were absent or the peaks got reduced.
That change clearly indicated the involvement of
compounds produced in the fungal medium for
nanoparticle synthesis.
TEM analyses
TEM analyses of the synthesized nanoparticles
were clearly distinguishable owing to their size
difference. From the TEM image, the size of the
synthesized silver nanoparticles was measured 4 from70
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KFRI 330 - A Nanoparticles
Frequency (cm-1
) Functional group Frequency (cm-1
) Functional group
3449.17 OH/NH Alcohol/Amide 3450.98 OH/NH Alcohol/Amide
2079.77 NH with CO
Secondary amides
2075.57 NH with CO
Secondary amides
1638.51 NH amide 1636.78 NH amide
482.02 Unknown 566.24 C-Br Alkyl halide
KFRI 332- B Nanoparticles
3449.17 OH/NH Alcohol/Amide 3455.85 OH/NH Alcohol/Amide
1637.56 NH Amide 2078.92 NH with CO
Secondary amides
1084.24 CO/CN Alcohol/Amide 1637.73 NH amide
474.23 Unknown 567.40 C-Br Alkyl halide
KFRI 351- C Nanoparticles
3452.31 OH/NH Alcohol/Amide 3454..0 OH/NH Alcohol/Amide
2086.94 NH with CO
Secondary amides
2078.75 NH with CO
Secondary amides
1637.80 NH amide 1638.24 NH amide
524.14 C-Br Alkyl halide 588.19 C-Br Alkyl halide
KFRI 352- D Nanoparticles
3453.13 OH/NH Alcohol/Amide 3451.09 OH/NH Alcohol/Amide
2079.46 NH with CO
Secondary amides
2078.46 NH with CO
Secondary amides
1638.42 NH amide 1637.36 NH amide
570.79 C-Br Alkyl halide 575.40 C-Br Alkyl halide
Table 2. FT-IR analysis of B. bassiana culture extract and biosynthesized silver nanoparticles media
5. nm (Plate 3) with more number of spherical (42%) rather
than triangular (38%) and hexagonal (20%) shapes
(Figure 2 and 3). The nanoparticles obtained were highly
crystalline in nature. The low magnification TEM image
clearly showed a number of silver nanoparticles of a
range of size and shapes.
The structural features of the individual silver
nanoparticles are more clearly seen in the higher
magnification TEM images. The particles were
predominantly spherical, rather than hexagonal and
triangular in shape, ranging in size from 4 nm – 12 nm.
Similarly, the regenerative capability of biological
systems coupled with the discovery that fungi such as B.
bassiana are capable of hydrolyzing metal complexes
that they never encounter during their growth cycle
showed enormous promise for development, particularly
the large-scale synthesis of metal oxide materials. The
possible mechanism of biosynthesis of nanoparticles by
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Figure 1. UV-Visible spectroscopy analysis of B. bassiana strains mediated biosynthesized silver nanopar-
ticles (wavelength nm)
C
A B
D
Figure 3. Spherical, triangular and hexagonal shape of
silver nanoparticles reduced by B. bassiana strainsFigure 2. Different size silver nanoparticles produced
by B. bassiana strains
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A
D
C
B
3
Plate 1. FT-IR analysis of B. bassiana culture extract (1,2,3,4) and biosynthesized silver
nanoparticles media (a,b,c and d)
1
2
4
a
b
c
d
7. the biological system was reductases and any other
equivalent reductants as reported earlier by Krishnaraj
et al. (2010).
TEM images of silver nanoparticles, it was noted
that the particles are uniform size 4-12 nm. Bhainsa and
Souza (2006) reported that the biosynthesis of silver
nanoparticles using the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus the
shape and size of the nanoparticles were spherical in
shape, sizes of the silver nano-particles were found to be
in the range of 5–25 nm. The silver nanoparticles have an
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A
D
C
B
1
2
3
4
a
b
c
d
Plate 2. HPLC analysis of B. bassiana strains culture extract (1,2,3,4) and biosynthesized silver
nanoparticles media (a,b,c,d)
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A
D
C
B
Plate 3. TEM analysis of B. bassiana mediated biosynthesized silver nanoparticles
A
D
C
B
9. inclination to form spherical structures that are
nanocrystalline in nature. Variation in shape and size of
nanoparticles synthesized by biological systems is
common (Prabakaran et al., 2016).
Extracellular synthesized nanoparticles were
stabilized by proteins and reducing agents secreted by
the fungus. It has been reported that some high-
molecular-weight proteins, including NADH-dependent
reductase, are released by fungal biomass in
nanoparticles synthesis and stabilization (Prabakaran et
al., 2016). Our findings are correlated with the reports of
Goel et al. (2001) and Prabakaran et al. (2016) they
showed the proteins are capable of binding to
nanoparticles through free amine groups or cysteine
residues in the proteins and electrostatic attraction of
negatively charged carboxylate groups in enzymes
present in the cell wall of fungi.
CONCLUSION
The utilization and application of nanomaterials
in the current field of science are increasing and it
gaining its momentum. Biological agents have the ability
to produce nano-silver by reduction of a silver atom to
nanoparticles, decrease the chemical effects on the
environment. The synthesized silver nanoparticles were
size from 4 nm – 12 nm and spherical in shape. Here the
fungus B. bassiana is a good agent to produce silver
nanoparticles in minimum time. The size is greatly
varied according to different strains of B. bassiana.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Authors thank the Director, Kerala Forest
Research Institute, Peechi for providing lab facilities and
also thank Kerala State Council for Science, Technology,
and Environment, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala for their
financial support.
Conflict of interest
The authors declare that they have no conflict of
interest.
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