Bioprospecting algae for nanosized materials
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Bioprospecting algae for nanosized materials
(Nanotechnology in the life sciences)
Springer, c2021
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
Algae are simple, primitive, heterogeneous, autotrophic, eukaryotic or prokaryotic organisms that lead a symbiotic, parasitic or free-living mode of life. Microalgae and macroalgae possess great potential in various fields of application. Microalgae are ubiquitous and extremely diverse microorganisms that can accumulate toxic contaminants and heavy metals from wastewater, making them a superior candidate to become a powerful nanofactory. Algae were discovered to reduce the presence of metal ions, and afterwards aid in the biosynthesis of nanoparticles. Since algae-mediated biogenic nanoparticles are eco-friendly, cost-effective, high-yielding, speedy and energy-efficient, a large number of studies have been published on them in the last few years. This book focuses on recent progress on the utilization of algae for the synthesis of nanoparticles, their characterization and the possible mechanisms involved.
Bioprospecting Algae for Nanosized Materials describes the synthesis of algal nanomaterials and its application in various fields for sustainable development. This book outlines the procedures to prepare phyconanomaterials, techniques to utilize the nanomaterials, and applications in agriculture, environment and medicine.
Table of Contents
SECTION I Introduction
1 Algal Nanotechnology: Scope and Limitations
Prakashkumar Nallasamy and Suganthy Natarajan
SECTION II Synthesis and Properties of Algal Nanomaterials
2 Algal Nanoparticles: Synthesis and Characterization
Shailendra Singh Shera and Rathindra Mohan Banik
3 Biogenic Synthesis of Metallic Nanoparticles from Algae
Monika Grazielle Heinemann and Daiane Dias
SECTION III Production of Nanomaterials and Nanoproducts from Algae
4 Microalgal Applications in Nanotechnology: An Outstanding Tool for Nanocompounds Synthesis and Bioproducts Obtention
Juliana Botelho Moreira, Etiele Greque de Morais, Ana Claudia Araujo de Almeida, Jorge F. Pontes, Ana Grenha, Luisa Barreira, Joao Varela, Jorge Alberto Vieira Costa, and Michele Greque de Morais
5 Revalorisation of Algae Natural Resources as Starting Materials for the Development of Nanotechnology-Based Composite Materials
Laura M. Sanchez
6 Seaweeds: A Potential Source in Progressing Nanotechnology
Nivas Desai, Umesh Pawar, Vishal Aparadh, Uttam Dethe, and Dattatraya Gaikwad
7 Pelagic Sargassum as Source of Quantum Dots
Hector Uriel Castaneda-Serna, Georgina Calderon-Dominguez, Ma. De la Paz Salgado-Cruz, Arturo Garcia-Borquez, and Reynold Ramon Farrera-Rebollo
SECTION IV Biomedical Applications of Algal Nanomaterials
8 Algal-Mediated Biosynthesis of Nanoparticles and Their Potential Therapeutic Applications
Khadija Nawaz, Rimsha Chaudhary, Amna Komal Khan, Christophe Hano, Bilal Haider Abbasi, and Sumaira Anjum
9 Strategies for Nanoencapsulation of Algal Proteins, Protein Hydrolysates and Bioactive Peptides: The Effect of Encapsulation Techniques on Bioactive Properties
Aysun Yucetepe
10 Nanoformulations Loaded with Microalgal Bioactive Compounds for Disease Therapy
Heena Tabassum and Iffat Zareen Ahmad
11 Marine Algal Products and Algal Nanoparticle Synthesis against Cancer
Arunkumar Ramu and Bakrudeen Ali Ahmed
12 Surface Functionalized Diatoms for Drug Delivery and Tissue Engineering Applications
U. T. Uthappa, Mahesh P. Bhat, Ho-Young Jung, and Mahaveer D. Kurkuri
SECTION V Industrial and Environmental Applications of Algal Nanomaterials
13 Algae for Nanocellulose Production
Pieter Samyn, Michaela Pappa, Sanjaya Lama, and Dries Vandamme
14 Pelagic Sargassum as a Source of Micro and Nano Cellulose for Environmentally Sustainable Plastics
Hector Uriel Castaneda-Serna, Georgina Calderon-Dominguez, Ma. De la Paz Salgado-Cruz, Arturo Garcia-Borquez, and Reynold Ramon Farrera-Rebollo
15 Algal Nanotechnology for Wastewater Treatment
Mrinal Kanti Adak and Ajit Das
16 Surface Functionalized Diatom Silica as a Bio-Absorbent for the Removal of Toxins from Water
Mahesh P. Bhat, U. T. Uthappa, and Mahaveer Kurkuri
17 Microalgal Nanotechnology for the Remediation of Environmental Pollutants
Sonam Dwivedi and Iffat Zareen Ahmad
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