Investigating the potent antibacterial, antibiofilm, antidiabetic, and antioxidant activities of biosynthesized iron oxide nanoparticles: recyclable catalyst for ammoxidation of aromatic aldehydes

Key Points

• Iron oxide nanoparticles exhibited strong antibacterial and antioxidant activities, highlighting their dual functionality.
• The study demonstrates efficient catalytic activity for the ammoxidation of aromatic aldehydes using these nanoparticles.
• These environmentally friendly nanoparticles were synthesized from agricultural waste, showcasing a sustainable approach.
• The findings suggest that these nanoparticles could serve as recyclable catalysts in organic synthesis processes.