Alexandra Ivanova, Mina Todorova, Dimitar Petrov, Zhana Petkova, Olga Teneva, Ginka Antova, Maria Angelova-Romova, Velichka Yanakieva, Slava Tsoneva, Vera Gledacheva, Krastena Nikolova, Daniela Karashanova, Stoyanka Nikolova
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This study presents the synthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using two Spirulina platensis extracts: one of them cultivated in a bioreactor in Bulgaria (near Varvara village), and the other one from the local market in Bulgaria (Dragon Superfoods). To assess their properties and stability, ATR-FTIR, TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy) images, and zeta potential were used. Chemical content of the extracts and AgNPs obtained were assessed, as well as their antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities. We found that the extracts' origin significantly influenced nanoparticle morphology, surface charge, and bioactivity. AgNPs were spherical and different in size from Bioreactor 4-8 nm, while Dragon obtained larger particles, about 20 nm. We found that synthesis altered the chemical content of the extracts, particularly in lipid, protein, and tocopherol content, suggesting active involvement of Spirulina-derived biomolecules in nanoparticle formation. Antimicrobial assays showed slightly higher activity for Dragon AgNPs against P. aeruginosa (21 mm) and S. enteritidis (23 mm), with similar effects against L. monocytogenes and S. aureus. At 2.5 mg/mL, both samples protected human albumin from thermal denaturation more effectively (23.36% and 20.07%) than prednisolone (16.99%). Based on the obtained results, AgNPs from Spirulina platensis can be attributed as multifunctional agents with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity.
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