Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles and Their Antimicrobial Activity
Author Information
Author(s): Dorjnamjin Demberelnyamba, Ariunaa Maamaa, Shim Young Key
Primary Institution: School of Nano System Engineering, Inje University
Hypothesis
Can silver nanoparticles synthesized using hydroxyl functionalized ionic liquids and surfactants exhibit antimicrobial properties?
Conclusion
The study demonstrates that silver nanoparticles synthesized with specific ionic liquids and surfactants show high antimicrobial activity against various bacteria and fungi.
Supporting Evidence
- The silver nanoparticles were characterized using transmission electron microscopy, showing sizes between 2-8 nm.
- The synthesized nanoparticles exhibited broad antimicrobial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
- The study found that the structure of the ionic liquids significantly influenced the size and stability of the nanoparticles.
Takeaway
This study shows that tiny silver particles can be made using special liquids and can help kill germs, making them useful for cleaning.
Methodology
Silver nanoparticles were synthesized using mono and dihydroxyl functionalized ionic liquids and cationic surfactants, followed by characterization through various techniques.
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