Green Nanoparticles in Biomedical Applications

Green nanoparticles represent an advanced technology range in the area of medicine, which gives them an edge over conventional ones in terms of being environmentally friendly and sustainable. They form the basis of many emerging areas within biotechnology, environmental technology, agriculture etc. In fact, they are obtained from living organisms such as plants, bacteria or fungi that help transform metal salts into nanoscale particles through a reduction process (physical). The advantages offered by this approach include minimization of hazardous substances while increasing compatibility to living systems therefore making them useful for therapeutic purposes.