On the road to sustainability – application of metallic nanoparticles obtained by green synthesis in dentistry: a scoping review

• Lorena Pinheiro Vasconcelos Silva,
• Joice Catiane Soares Martins,
• Israel Luís Carvalho Diniz,
• Júlio Abreu Miranda,
• Danilo Rodrigues de Souza,
• Éverton do Nascimento Alencar,
• Moan Jéfter Fernandes Costa and
• Pedro Henrique Sette-de-Souza

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1851–1862, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.128

• , these techniques form a robust analytical toolkit that supports the eco-friendly and scalable production of metal nanoparticles in green nanotechnology. Limitations concerning selected studies The analysis of study limitations revealed that the vast majority (68.7%; n = 67) of the reviewed articles

• periodontal regeneration but also represent sustainable alternatives for next-generation regenerative therapies [8]. Conclusion In conclusion, this review emphasizes the growing significance of green nanotechnology in dentistry while underscoring the imperative for interdisciplinary collaboration and

• goals. These findings affirm that green nanotechnology represents a paradigm shift in dental material innovation, offering promising avenues to enhance oral health outcomes while integrating ecological responsibility. Future research must prioritize translational approaches, including comprehensive

A review on the green and sustainable synthesis of silver nanoparticles and one-dimensional silver nanostructures

• Sina Kaabipour and
• Shohreh Hemmati

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2021, 12, 102–136, doi:10.3762/bjnano.12.9

• reagents for their synthesis has been discussed. Furthermore, current challenges regarding the green synthesis of 1D silver nanostructures and future direction are outlined. To sum up, we aim to show the real potential of green nanotechnology towards the synthesis of silver nanostructures with various

• morphologies (especially 1D ones) and the possibility of altering current techniques towards more environmentally friendly, more energy-efficient, less hazardous, simpler, and cheaper procedures. Keywords: green nanotechnology; green reagents; green synthesis; one-dimensional silver nanostructure; silver

Pyrite nanoparticles as a Fenton-like reagent for in situ remediation of organic pollutants

• Carolina Gil-Lozano,
• Elisabeth Losa-Adams,
• Alfonso F.-Dávila and
• Luis Gago-Duport

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2014, 5, 855–864, doi:10.3762/bjnano.5.97

• the precipitation of iron oxyhydroxides. However, this control makes the process difficult and cost expensive. Green nanotechnology can be used in various industrial and in situ remediation processes and can be an effective option for wastewater treatment. Several studies have recently reported the