Author(s)

Jingyu Chen, Shiyu Song, Wanqi Zhao

Corresponding Author

Jingyu Chen

ABSTRACT

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are among the most interesting nanomaterials in biochemistry due to their unique physical properties. AgNPs are types of metallic colloidal nanoparticles, typically 10-100 nm in size, which can take on various shapes. Its special antibacterial and anticancer characteristics are widely reflected in the application. However, its toxicity is easy to be released in the process of use, and reasonable modification methods can solve this problem. This paper first discusses the mechanism and specific application of silver nanoparticles in antibacterial and anticancer areas. We then summarize the toxicity and present the specific modifications with dopamine and 3-MA. The adequate analysis leads to a better understanding of AgNPs, a greater familiarity with the development in applications, which also show a solution to the toxicity problem with appropriate modifications.

KEYWORDS

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), antibacterial properties, anticancer properties, toxicity, modifications, reactive oxygen species (ROS)