The synthesis of ZnO NPs using plant extracts
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The synthesis of ZnO NPs using plant extracts is a complex process. The evaluation of the antioxidant activity of ZnO NPs requires various assays. The toxicity and biocompatibility of ZnO NPs need to be assessed.
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Sourced from the stated research gap and future-work section and stated challenges of the source papers, classified as general, spanning 4 journals.
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- In situ Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles on Cotton Fabric for Eco-Friendly Textile Applications (2026) · Asian Journal of Chemistry · doi
The incorporation of nanotechnology into textiles has provided beneficial antimicrobial, UV protective, self-cleaning, and durable multifunctional fabrics, but a simple and scalable method for the in situ synthesis of ZnO NPs on cotton twill fabric is needed. Prior work has demonstrated the potential of ZnO NPs for textile applications, but the proposed method provides a novel approach.
generalstated research gapevidence 5/5Keywords: incorporation nanotechnology textiles has provided beneficial antimicrobial protective - Biogenic synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles by Coleus amboinicus extract: its spectral analysis and biological activities (2026) · Zastita materijala · doi
The need for a green and environmentally friendly method for the synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles. The lack of studies on the spectral analysis and biological activities of ZnO NPs synthesized using plant extracts.
generalstated research gapevidence 5/5Keywords: need green environmentally friendly method synthesis zinc oxide - Biogenic synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles by Coleus amboinicus extract: its spectral analysis and biological activities (2026) · Zastita materijala · doi
Investigation of the potential applications of ZnO NPs in biomedical and cosmetic fields. Evaluation of the toxicity and biocompatibility of ZnO NPs synthesized using CALE. Development of new methods for the synthesis of ZnO NPs using plant extracts.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 5/5Keywords: investigation potential applications zno nps biomedical cosmetic fields - Green synthesis and optimized annealing temperature effects on zinc oxide nanoparticles using mango peel extract (2026) · Journal of Metals Materials and Minerals · doi
Further optimization of the synthesis conditions to improve the yield and purity of ZnO nanoparticles. Investigation of the antimicrobial activity of the synthesized ZnO nanoparticles against other microorganisms.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 5/5Keywords: further optimization synthesis conditions improve yield purity zno - Calcination temperature-dependent structural and photocatalytic properties of green-synthesized ZnO nanostructures using Mitragyna speciosa leaf extract (2026) · Creative Science · doi
Future studies can investigate the effect of other synthesis parameters on the properties of green-synthesized ZnO nanostructures. The study can be extended to other types of nanostructures and their applications. The use of green synthesis routes and natural reducing agents can be explored further for the synthesis of sustainable nanostructures.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 5/5Keywords: future studies investigate effect other synthesis parameters properties - Biogenic synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles by Coleus amboinicus extract: its spectral analysis and biological activities (2026) · Zastita materijala · doi
The synthesis of ZnO NPs using plant extracts is a complex process. The evaluation of the antioxidant activity of ZnO NPs requires various assays. The toxicity and biocompatibility of ZnO NPs need to be assessed.
generalstated challengesevidence 5/5Keywords: synthesis zno nps using plant extracts complex process
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