Eco-friendly approach towards green synthesis of zinc oxide nanocrystals and its potential applications. (17th August 2016) - Velmurugan, Palanivel
Abstract : In the present study, we investigated a novel green route for synthesis of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanocrystals using Prunus × yedoensis Matsumura leaf extract as a reducing agent without using any surfactant or external energy. Standard characterization studies were carried out to confirm the obtained product using UV–Vis spectra, SEM–EDS, FTIR, TEM, and XRD. In addition, the synthesized ZnO nanocrystals were coated onto fabric and leather samples to study their bacteriostatic effect against odor-causing bacteria Brevibacterium linens and Staphylococcus epidermidis . Zinc oxide nanocrystal-coated fabric and leather showed good activity against both bacteria.