Development and assessment of silver-zinc dual doped silymarin nanocrystals for multifunctional photocatalytic, antibacterial, and cytotoxic applications

Researchers have developed silver-zinc dual-doped silymarin nanocrystals that demonstrate significant antibacterial, cytotoxic, and photocatalytic properties. The study highlights the potential of these nanomaterials for medical and environmental applications.
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This research offers a new, multifunctional platform for drug delivery and environmental remediation using plant-based extracts.
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