"Nature-Inspired Nanotech: Integrating Ayurvedic Knowledge In Green Nanoparticle Synthesis For Modern Challenges"

Abstract

In recent years, green synthesis of nanoparticles using plant-based materials has emerged as a sustainable and eco-friendly approach within nanotechnology. Rooted in India’s traditional medicinal systems like Ayurveda, this method offers a cost-effective and environmentally benign alternative to conventional chemical synthesis. Concurrently, water contamination persists as a major global concern, driving the need for innovative purification technologies. Nanotechnology presents transformative solutions for water treatment through the use of nanomaterials such as nanoparticles, nanocatalysts, nanomembranes, and nanosensors, which demonstrate remarkable adsorption, catalytic, and filtration capabilities due to their high surface-area-to-volume ratio and unique physicochemical properties. Among these, biosynthesized silver, gold, and platinum nanoparticles have shown significant potential across diverse sectors, including environmental remediation, biomedicine, and targeted drug delivery. This review highlights the integration of traditional herbal knowledge with modern nanobiotechnology, showcasing a promising path toward sustainable material development and advanced healthcare solutions.