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ArticleScientific reports2025

Cyperus rotundus mediated green synthesis of silver nanoparticles for antibacterial wound dressing applications.

Susrita Sharma, Anindya Bose, Soumojit Biswas, Shreeja Sen, Ipsita Roy

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Article in Scientific reports, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 12 papers.

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12 citing papers in PubMed.

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  2. Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles UsingMolecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026
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  4. CarbopolGels (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026
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5 · Who and what money

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5 authors.

Susrita SharmaSchool of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751003, India.
Anindya BoseSchool of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751003, India. anindyabose@soa.ac.in.
Soumojit BiswasDepartment of Biotechnology, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Sector 67, S.A.S. Nagar, S.A.S. Nagar, Punjab, 160062, India.
Shreeja SenSchool of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751003, India.
Ipsita RoyDepartment of Biotechnology, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Sector 67, S.A.S. Nagar, S.A.S. Nagar, Punjab, 160062, India.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Wound healing is a complex biological process that can be hindered by persistent infections and inflammation, especially in the presence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have demonstrated significant antimicrobial efficacy; however, concerns regarding their toxicity have limited their therapeutic application.

methodsIn this study, we developed a biocompatible Ag-NPs-based hydrogel using Cyperus rotundus extract via a green synthesis approach for prospective wound healing applications. The synthesized AgNPs were characterized for their physicochemical properties, confirming their stability and antibacterial potency against E. coli and S. epidermidis. The Ag-NPs-loaded hydrogel was formulated using Carbopol 974P and evaluated for its physicochemical properties, antibacterial activity, anti-inflammatory potential, and cytotoxicity.

resultsCharacterization studies confirmed the successful synthesis of AgNPs, exhibiting potent antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. The Ag-NPs-loaded hydrogel demonstrated significant wound contraction in an excision wound model, comparable to standard treatment. Additionally, in vitro safety evaluations confirmed excellent biocompatibility, minimizing toxicity concerns associated with conventional silver formulations.

conclusionsThese findings suggest that the developed Ag-NPs-based hydrogel is an effective, natural, and safer alternative for advanced wound care, warranting further clinical validation.

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Anti-Bacterial AgentsBandagesCyperusMetal NanoparticlesPlant ExtractsSilverWound HealingAnimalsEscherichia coliGreen Chemistry TechnologyHumansHydrogelsMiceMicrobial Sensitivity TestsStaphylococcus epidermidisAnti-Bacterial AgentsHydrogelsPlant ExtractsSilverAntimicrobial resistanceSilver nanoparticlesWound healing

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PMID40419643
PMCPMC12106647

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