N01 : Green Biosynthesis and Characterization of Silver Nanoparticles Using Tigernuts (TLC)


Students Sabrina Mogus
School HDSB - Garth Webb Secondary School - Oakville
Level Intermediate 9/10 - Grade 10
Group Group 1 - Earth and Environmental I
Abstract This purpose of this research is to evaluate and characterize the biosynthesis potential of Tigernuts (TLC extract) as a green reducer and stabilizer for the synthesis of silver nanoparticles using microwave irradiation and to study the antibacterial properties against Bacillus subtilis bacteria, the toxicity on Daphnia Magna and the degradation of methylene blue dye.
Awards
Group Award Prize
International Science & Engineering Affiliated Fair AwardsAssociation for Women Geoscientists Awardcertificate
Merit AwardsSilver Merit Award$ 80
McMaster University Department of Chemical Engineering McMaster Department of Chemical Engineering Award$ 250
Primary Fluid Systems AwardsPrimary Fluid Systems Award$ 100
McMaster University School of Earth Environment and SocietyEarth and Environmental Sciences Award$ 100