Journal of Agriculture and Horticulture Research(JAHR)
ISSN: 2643-671X | DOI: 10.33140/JAHR
Impact Factor: 1.12
Rehana Rani
Department of Biosciences, Comsats University, Islamabad, Pakistan
Publications
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Research Article
Green Synthesis and Characterization of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles using Fragaria Anannsa Extract and their Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities
Author(s): Haris Owais, Majid Bashir, Janeeta Raheel*, Tashfeen Tariq, Muhammad Usama Zaheer, Rehana Rani, Mubin Mustafa Kayani and Muhammad Wasim
Background: The global threat of urinary tract infections and antimicrobial resistance towards urinary pathogens emphasizes the need for alternative treatments against evolving pathogens.This study focuses on synthesizing zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) using a simple, cost-effective, and eco-friendly green approach using extracts from Fragaria x ananassa (strawberry) for antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Objectives: To synthesize and evaluate Fragaria x ananassa-mediated zinc oxide nanoparticles for their antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. Methods: Fragaria x ananassa ZnO nanoparticles were synthesized by blending 400mL of deionized water with 400mL of 400% (w/v) fruit extract at 30°C to prepare a 2M zinc acetate solution. Following filtration and drying at 80°C, the resulting powder was .. Read More»