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July 16, 2026Smart Science

Facile biosynthesis of nano-zirconia using Crescentia cujete leaf extract for antibacterial and photocatalytic applications

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BMBastin Churchill MMDMahendran DSBSajitha B

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Randomized trial synthesizes nano-zirconia for antibacterial and photocatalytic uses, suggesting a green approach.

Key Points

  • This study aims to synthesize zirconium oxide nanoparticles (ZrO2 NPs) using Crescentia cujete leaf extract in an eco-friendly way.
  • Synthesis of ZrO2 NPs using dried leaf powder from Crescentia cujete.
  • Characterization through UV-visible spectroscopy, FTIR spectroscopy, SEM, XRD analysis, and EDX analysis.
  • Assessment of antibacterial and photocatalytic activity against various pathogens and dyes.
  • ZrO2 NPs showed effective antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, indicating high effectiveness.
  • Photocatalytic activity was strongest against methyl orange, suggesting efficient dye destruction capabilities.
  • Average size of synthesized ZrO2 NPs was found to be 60 nm with a size range of approximately 67–90 nm.

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M et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a5875cb2b46c88ba9ad1750https://doi.org/10.1080/23080477.2026.2698462
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