Synthesis of Gold Nanoparticles Using Extracts or Biomolecules Contained in Pecan Nut for Potential Applications in the Treatment of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
摘要
This study investigates the synthesis of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) using different reducing agents, including glutamate, cysteine, catechin, ellagic acid and walnut extract, with Au+ and Au3+ precursors. The optical properties and coloration of the resulting AuNP suspensions were analyzed to distinguish distinct red and blue-violet hues indicative of colloidal nanoparticle formation and stability. On the one hand, cysteine showed a reduction of both Au+ and Au3+ obtaining violet suspensions, while ellagic acid, catechin and ethanol extract of pecan nut showed potential as a green synthesis route attributed to their antioxidant properties by obtaining stable wine-red suspensions. UV-Vis spectroscopy and SEM characterization confirmed the formation of nanoparticles. The results reflect an advance in the development of nanomedicine systems aimed at improving treatments for acute lymphoblastic leukemia.