Nanomaterials Biomedical, Environmental, and Engineering Applications
, by Kanchi, Suvardhan; Ahmed, Shakeel; Sabela, Myalowenkosi I.; Hussain, Chaudhery Mustansar
- ISBN: 9781119370260 | 1119370264
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 7/3/2018
The evolution in the nanotechnology world clearly signifies a need for a broader understanding of the subject and this book will contribute to the effort.
Nanostructure science and technology is a broad and interdisciplinary area of research and development that has been growing explosively in the past decades. The contents of this book include mainly the fundamentals of nanoparticles, state-of-the-art in synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials, as well the influence of nanomaterials on the analytical systems (macro to micro & lab-on-a-chip) for biomedical, environmental and engineering applications.
This book seeks to broaden the understanding of modern developments in nanomaterials and comprises excellent contributions from subject matter experts working on most aspects of nanomaterials and nanotechnology.
Suvardhan Kanchi is currently at the Department of Chemistry, Durban University of Technology, South Africa. He has co-authored about 35 research articles in international peer-reviewed journals as well as 11 book chapters.
Shakeel Ahmed is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Government Degree College Mendhar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. He obtained his Ph.D. in the area of biopolymers and bionanocomposites and has published several research publications in the area of green nanomaterials and biopolymers for various applications including biomedical, packaging, sensors, and water treatment.
Myalowenkosi Sabela is currently conducting doctoral research at Durban University of Technology. He is a recipient of the Erasmus Mundus-EUROSA fellowship 2014–2015. His research interest is in pharmacokinetic and enantioselective parameters of pharmaceutical compounds in the presence of biomacromolecules and nanoparticles for applications such as diagnostics and sensors.
Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain, is an Adjunct Professor, an Academic Advisor and Director of Laboratories in the Department of Chemistry & Environmental Sciences at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, New Jersey, USA. Dr. Hussain is the author of numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals as well as a prolific author and editor of several scientific monographs and handbooks in his research areas.
Contents
Preface xiii
Part I: Nanomaterials: Synthesis and Characterization 1
1 Synthesis, Characterization and General Properties of Carbon Nanotubes 3
Falah H. Hussein, Firas H. Abdulrazzak, and Ayad F. Alkaim
1.1 Introduction 4
1.2 The History of Carbon Nanotubes 5
1.3 Graphene 7
1.4 Graphite 10
1.5 Fullerene 11
1.6 Rehybridization 11
1.7 Structure of CNTs 13
1.8 Classification of Carbon Nanotubes 13
1.8.1 Classification by Chirality 14
1.8.2 Classification by Conductivity 15
1.8.3 Classification by Layers 15
1.9 Crystal Structures of Carbon Nanotubes 15
1.10 Synthesis Methods 17
1.10.1 Arc-Discharge 17
1.10.2 Laser Ablation 18
1.10.3 Flame Methods 19
1.10.4 Chemical Vapor Deposition 20
1.11 The Purification Process of Carbon Nanotubes 22
1.12 Mechanism of Growth CNTs 23
1.12.1 The Model for Carbon Filament Growth 23
1.12.1.1 Tip Growth Model 24
1.12.1.2 Base Growth Model 24
1.12.2 Free Radical Condensate 25
1.12.3 Yarmulke Mechanism 26
1.13 Properties of Carbon Nanotubes 27
1.13.1 Electronic Properties of Carbon Nanotubes 27
1.13.2 Mechanical Properties of Carbon Nanotubes 28
1.14 Applications of Carbon Nanotubes 28
1.14.1 Fuel Cells 29
1.14.2 Solar Cells 30
1.14.3 Dye-sensitized Solar Cells 32
1.15 Characterization of CNTs 32
1.15.1 Raman Spectroscopy 32
1.15.1.1 G band 36
1.15.1.2 D Band 37
1.15.1.3 Radial Breathing Mode 37
1.15.2 X-Ray Diffraction 38
1.15.3 X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy 39
1.15.4 Thermo Gravimetric Analysis 41
1.15.5 Transmission Electron Microscopy 43
1.15.6 Scanning Electronic Microscopy 45
1.15.7 Scanning Helium Ion Microscopy 46
1.16 Composite of CNTs/Semiconductors 47
1.17 Recent Updates on Synthesis of CNTs 49
References 50
2 Synthesis and Characterization of Phosphorene: A Novel 2D Material 61
Sima Umrao, Narsingh R. Nirala, Gaurav Khandelwal, and Vinod Kumar
2.1 Introduction 61
2.1.1 History of Phosphorene 62
2.1.2 Crystal Structure 63
2.1.3 Band Structure 65
2.2 Synthesis of Phosphorene 65
2.2.1 Mechanical Exfoliation 65
2.2.2 Plasma-assisted Method 66
2.2.3 Liquid-Phase Exfoliation 68
2.2.4 Chemical Vapor Deposition 70
2.3 Characterization of Phosphorene 70
2.3.1 Structural Charcterizations 71
2.3.2 Spectroscopic Characterizations 73
2.3.3 Optical Band Gap Characterization 76
2.4 Environment Stability Issue of Phosphorene 80
2.5 Summary and Future Prospective 82
References 83
3 Graphene for Advanced Organic Photovoltaics
Tanvir Arfin and Shoeb Athar
3.1 Introduction 93
3.2 History of Graphene 94
3.3 Structure of Graphene 94
3.4 Graphene Family Nanomaterials 94
3.5 Properties of Graphene 95
3.5.1 Physicochemical Properties 95
3.5.2 Thermal and Electrical Properties 96
3.5.3 Optical Properties 96
3.5.4 Mechanical Properties 96
3.5.5 Biological Properties 96
3.6 Graphene for Advanced Organic Photovoltaics 96
3.6.2 Acceptor Material in OPVs 98
3.6.3 Interfacial Layer in OPVs 100
3.7 Conclusion 102
References 102
4 Synthesis of Carbon Nanotubes by Chemical Vapor Deposition
Falah H. Hussein and Firas H. Abdulrazzak
4.1 Introduction 105
4.2 Synthesis Methods 107
4.2.1 Arc-Discharge 108
4.2.2 Laser Ablation 109
4.2.3 Flame Methods 109
4.2.4 Chemical Vapor Deposition 110
4.3 The Parameters of CVD 112
4.3.1 CNT Precursors 112
4.3.2 Type of Catalyst 114
4.3.3 Effect of Temperature 115
3.4.4 Gas Flow Rates 116
4.4 Deformations and Defects in Carbon Nanotubes 118
4.4.1 Deformations in Carbon Nanotubes 118
4.4.2 Defects in Carbon Nanotubes 120
4.5 Characterization of CNTs 123
4.6 Conclusion 126
References 126
Part II: Environmental Applications 133
5 A Review of Pharmaceutical Wastewater Treatment with Nanostructured Titanium Dioxide 135
Lavanya Madhura and Shalini Singh
5.1 Introduction 135
5.2 Heterogeneous Photocatalysis 137
5.3 Pharmaceuticals in the Environment 137
5.4 Role of TiO2 in Photocatalysis for Degradation, Mineralization, and Transformation Process of Pharmaceuticals 138
5.5 Applications 139
5.6 Conclusion 146
Acknowledgment 147
References 147
6 Nanosilica Particles in Food: A Case of Synthetic Amorphous Silica 153
Rookmoney Thakur and Shalini Singh
6.1 Introduction 153
6.1.1 The Different Forms of Silica 155
6.1.2 Synthetic Amorphous Silica 156
6.1.3 Physical and Chemical Properties of SAS 157
6.1.4 Silica Applications in the Food Industry 157
6.1.5 Toxicity 158
6.1.6 Conclusion 159
References 160
7 Bio-sensing Performance of Magnetite Nanocomposite for Biomedical Applications 165
Rajasekhar Chokkareddy, Natesh Kumar Bhajanthri, Bakusele Kabane, and Gan G. Redhi
7.1 Introduction 166
7.1.1 Hematite 166
7.1.2 Maghemite 168
7.1.3 Magnetite 169
7.1.4 Magnetism and Magnetic Materials 170
7.1.5 Types of Magnetic Substances 170
7.1.5.1 Paramagnetic Substances 171
7.1.5.2 Diamagnetic Substances 171
7.1.5.3 Ferri Magnetic Substances 172
7.1.5.4 Ferro Magnetic Substances 172
7.1.5.5 Anti-ferro Magnetic Substances 173
7.1.6 Shape, Size, and Magnetic Properties 177
7.1.7 Synthesis Methods of Magnetic Nanoparticles 178
7.1.8 Advantages of Magnetic Nanomaterials 178
7.1.9 Surface Modifications of Magnetic Nanoparticles 181
7.2 Potential Applications of Magnetic Nanoparticles 181
7.2.1 Magnetic Separation 182
7.2.2 Magnetic Resonance Image 184
7.2.3 Targeted Drug Delivery Systems 186
7.2.4 Magnetic Hyperthermia 188
7.2.5 Gene Delivery 190
7.3 Conclusion 191
References 192
8 The Importance of Screening Information DATA Set in Nanotechnology 197
Khan Ameera Bibi, Suruj Gitesh, and Shalini Singh
8.1 Introduction 198
8.2 Review of the Literature 201
8.2.1 Carbon Nanotubes 201
8.2.2 Nanosilver 203
8.2.3 Carbon Nanotubes vs. Asbestos 203
8.2.4 Density 205
8.2.5 Risk Assessment 205
8.2.6 Using SIDS as a Risk Assessment Tool for ENPs 206
8.3 Behavioral Patterns of Engineered Nanoparticles 206
8.3.1 Products Containing Nanosilver 207
8.3.2 Toxicity Effects of Nanosilver on Humans 208
8.3.3 Toxicity Effects on the Environment 210
8.4 Conclusions and Recommendations 213
References 213
9 Nanomaterials for Biohydrogen Production 217
Periyasamy Sivagurunathan, Abudukeremu Kadier, Ackmez Mudhoo, Gopalakrishnan Kumar, Kuppam Chandrasekhar, Takuro Kobayashi, and Kaiqin Xu
9.1 Introduction 218
9.2 Major Biohydrogen Production Pathways 219
9.2.1 Biophotolysis 219
9.2.2 Photo-fermentation 220
9.2.3 Dark fermentation 220
9.2.4 Microbial Electrolysis Cell 221
9.3 Nanaparticle Effects on Biohydrogen Production 222
9.3.1 Dark Fermentative Hydrogen Production 222
9.3.2 Photo Fermentative Hydrogen Production 223
9.3.3 Photocatalytic Hydrogen (H2) Production 226
9.3.4 MEC-based hydrogen production 226
9.4 Biohydrogen Producing Associated with Immobilized Enzymes (Cellulases and Hydrogenases) 227
9.5 Outlook and Concluding Notes 229
Acknowledgment 232
References 232
10 A Framework for Using Nanotechnology in Military Gear 239
Hlophe Nkosingiphile.Siphesihle, Mbatha Precious Hlengiwe, and Shalini Singh
10.1 Introduction 240
10.2 Literature Review 241
10.2.2 Ballistic Protection Properties 241
10.2.3 Biological and Chemical Protection Properties 242
10.2.4 Health Monitoring Sensing Properties 242
10.2.5 UV Protection Properties 243
10.2.6 Ethics, Safety, and the Enhancement of Soldier’s Performance 243
10.2.7 Risks in Engineered Nanomaterials 244
10.2.8 Control of Risks 245
10.3 Application of Nanotechnology in the Military 246
10.3.1 Protective Properties 246
10.3.1.2 Biological and Chemical Hazard Protection 247
10.3.1.3 Injury Protection 248
10.3.2 Medical properties 248
10.3.2.2 Tissue Repair 248
10.3.3 Ethics, Safety, and the Enhancement of Soldier’s Performance 248
10.3.4 Key Transmissions of ENM Exposure 249
10.4 Conclusions 251
10.4.1 Recommendations 252
References 253
Part III: Biological Applications 257
11 Plasmonic Nanopores: A New Approach Toward Single Molecule Detection 259
Gaurav Khandelwal, Sima Umrao, Narsingh R. Nirala, Sadhana S Sagar, and Vinod Kumar
11.1 Introduction 260
11.1.1 Biological Nanopores 261
11.1.2 Solid State Nanopores 261
11.1.3 Plasmoinc Nanopore 262
11.2 Sensing Principles of Plasmonic Nanopore 264
11.2.1 Fabrication of Plasmonic Nanopores 265
11.2.1.1 Materials of Choice 265
11.2.1.2 Lithography 266
11.2.1.3 Multilayers 267
11.3 Optical Properties 267
11.4 Improving Performance 268
11.4.1 Use of a New Kind of Structures 269
11.4.2 Use of New Spectroscopy Techniques 269
11.5 Surface Patterning 270
11.6 Applications – Next-Generation DNA Sequencing and Beyond 271
11.7 Some Other Sensing Examples 275
11.8 Future Perspectives 277
References 278
12 Catalytically Active Enzyme Mimetic Nanomaterials and Their Role in Biosensing 285
Narsingh R. Nirala, Sima Umrao, Gaurav Khandelwal, and Vinod Kumar
12.1 Introduction 286
12.2 Different Types of Catalytically Active Enzyme Mimetic Nanomaterials 286
12.2.1 Carbon Derivative-based Enzyme Mimetic Nanomaterials 287
12.2.1.1 Carbon Nanotubes 287
12.2.1.2 Graphene Oxide 288
12.2.1.3 Graphene Quantum Dots 289
12.2.1.4 Graphene-Hemin Nanocomposites 290
12.2.2 Nobel Metal Nanoparticle-based Enzyme Mimetic Nanomaterials 290
12.2.2.1 Gold Nanoparticles 290
12.2.3 Metal Oxide Nanoparticle-based Enzyme Mimetic Nanomaterials 292
12.3 Applications of Catalytically Active Nanomaterials in Biosensing 292
12.3.1 Biosensors 292
12.3.1.1 H2O2 Detection 293
12.3.1.2 Glucose Detection Peroxidase-like Nanozymes Coupled 294
12.3.1.3 Immunoassays 294
References 296
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