Co-Relating Metallic Nanoparticle Characteristics and Bacterial Toxicity

• Main Author: Suresh, Anil K. (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2015.
• Series: SpringerBriefs in Molecular Science,
• Subjects: Chemistry.; Pharmacology.; Microbiology.; Environmental chemistry.; Nanotechnology.; Applied Microbiology.; Environmental Chemistry.; Pharmacology/Toxicology.

This brief gives a concise overview of nanoparticles and their microbial toxicity. It introduces various nanoparticles that are considered lethal to microbial cells (bacteria, virus and fungus) placing an emphasis on metal and metal oxide nanoparticles. The synthesis procedures (physical, chemical,...

Table of Contents:

• An Overview of Toxic Nanoparticles and their Interaction with Microbial Cells
• Analytical and Physical Characterization Techniques Employed to Assess Microbial Toxicity of Nanoparticles
• Toxicity of Metal oxide Nanoparticles; Bactericidal Activity and Stress Response
• Influence of Surface Coatings on the Bactericidal Activity of Nanoparticles.