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Silver Nanoparticle Impregnated Bacterial Cellulose from Oil Palm Frond Juice and Their Antimicrobial Properties

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Palm oil frond sap (NPS), rich in fermentable sugars and essential minerals, is a renewable substrate for the production of biocompatible biomaterials. This study aims to review the utilization of of OPFJ as a culture medium for BC biosynthesis, its functionalization with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), and the potential of the resulting composite’ for wound dressing applications. The method used was a literature review by collecting the latest and most recent journals, recording and analyzing the results of the utilization of OPFJ with AgNPs. The results showed that OPFJ-based BC exhibits nanofibrillar morphology, high crystallinity, and good mechanical stability. The incorporation of AgNPs enhances antimicrobial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, providing a dual-functional dressing material. Nonetheless, limitations persist in silver release control, cytotoxicity management, and large-scale production. Future studies should focus on pretreatment optimization of OPFJ, green synthesis of AgNPs, and in vivo evaluations to ensure clinical viability.

Source: Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA

DOI: 10.29303/jppipa.v11i12.13390

Authors: Wardatul Husna Irham, Syarifah Yusra, Hari Gunawan, Marzuti Isra, Sajaratud Dur

Institutions: Institut Teknologi Sawit Indonesia, Universitas Sains Cut Nyak Dhien, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara

Language: English

Topic: Advanced Cellulose Research Studies

Subfield: Biomaterials

Field: Materials Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7120185548

FWCI: 0.351

Cites: 20

Cited by: 2

Related to: 10