European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

GREEN SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION OF SILVER NANOPARTICLES: A REVIEW

Geo S.M. Aniskha, G. Subash Chandran, A.G. Murugesan and *S. Yamini Sudha Lakshmi

ABSTRACT

Recent advances in nanoscience and nanotechnology radically changed the way we diagnose, treat, and prevent various diseases in all aspects of human life. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are one of the most vital and fascinating nanomaterials among several metallic nanoparticles that are involved in biomedical applications. AgNPs play an essential role in nanoscience and nanotechnology, particularly in Nanomedicine. To avoid the chemical toxicity, biosynthesis (green synthesis) of metal nanoparticles is proposed as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative. Reaction parameters under which the AgNPs were being synthesized hold a noticeable impact on their size, shape, and application. Available published information on AgNPs synthesis, effects of various parameters, characterization techniques, properties and their use are summarized in this review.

Keywords: Nanoscience and AgNPs.