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  • biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using Ocimum basilicum cultured under controlled conditions for bactericidal application
    Materials Science and Engineering: C, 2019
    Co-Authors: Saba Pirtarighat, Maryam Ghannadnia, Saeid Baghshahi
    Abstract:

    Abstract Biological synthesis involves the reduction and stabilization of metal ions using different types of organisms. Plants are an attractive source for silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) synthesis because of their strong reducing potentials by production of a wide range of secondary metabolites. The present study describes the biosynthesis of Ag NPs using plant extract of Ocimum basilicum extract grown under in vitro condition for the first time. The surface Plasmon resonance found at 450 nm confirmed the formation of Ag NPs. FESEM images revealed relatively spherical- shaped of Ag NPs. The biosynthesized Ag NPs were crystalline in nature with mean diameter about 13.82 nm. FTIR results expounded the functional groups of plant extract responsible for the bio-reduction of silver ions and the interactions between them. The obtained nanoparticles showed good inhibitory activity against both Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria. These results suggest that with changes in plant's culture condition it may be possible to obtain nanoparticles with desired characteristics.

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  • identification and performance of sodicity tolerant phosphate solubilizing bacterial isolates on Ocimum basilicum in sodic soil
    Ecological Engineering, 2014
    Co-Authors: Ratna Sahay, D D Patra
    Abstract:

    Abstract Ocimum basilicum is tolerant to higher salt, pH and exchangeable sodium percentage (ESP) in soil. It is observed as a potential crop to be grown in salt affected soil. Its tolerance to adverse condition and association with halophilic beneficial microbes together can play a greater role for utilization and improvement of sodic waste land. After screening the potential phosphate solubilizing bacteria (PSB) (RS-1, RS-2, RS-3 and RS-4) from sodic soil, they were identified and tested in pot experiment in naturally occurring sodic soil having pH 9.3 and ESP about 45. At optimum condition, these bacteria showed phosphorus solubilization potential in liquid medium containing tricalcium phosphate (TCP) under laboratory condition. Inoculation of PSB significantly increased the plant growth with respect to height, number of branches, dry matter accumulation and P content of plants. Quantity and quality of essential oil were also significantly influenced by PSB inoculation as compared to control. It has been observed that PSB also improved the physical, chemical and biological properties of the post harvest soil.

RICHARD HENRY GUY - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.