Biogenic Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles and Their Application as Bioactive Agents: A Critical Overview

Zinc oxide is a safe material for humans, with high biocompatibility and negligible cytotoxicity. Interestingly, it shows exceptional antimicrobial activity against bacteria, viruses, fungi, etc., especially when reduced to the nanometer size. As it is easily understandable, thanks to its properties...

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Main Authors: Maria Chiara Sportelli, Caterina Gaudiuso, Annalisa Volpe, Margherita Izzi, Rosaria Anna Picca, Antonio Ancona, Nicola Cioffi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-08-01
Series:Reactions
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2624-781X/3/3/30