Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using aloe vera gel extract

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dc.contributor.authorMusumba, T. J
dc.date.accessioned2026-08-21T11:18:41Z
dc.date.available2026-08-21T11:18:41Z
dc.date.issued2026-08-21
dc.descriptionUndergraduate research report
dc.description.abstractThis research project explores green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using Aloe vera gel extract as a natural and stabilizing agent. Silver nitrate solution was reacted with Aloe vera gel extract under controlled pH (8-9) adjusted by dilute sodium hydroxide, followed by an incubation at 60⁰C for 6 hours. The synthesis process was monitored by observing color changes from colourless to yellow and then brown, indicating nanoparticles formation. UV Vis spectroscopy showed a characteristic Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) peak around 400- 500 nm, confirming the synthesis of silver nanoparticles. The study demonstrates that Aloe vera gel extract effectively facilitates the eco-friendly synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) with reaction conditions such as pH and temperature playing a very important role in nanoparticle formation and stability. This green synthesis method offers a sustainable alternative to other chemical methods, with potential applications in medicine, catalysis and material science
dc.description.sponsorshipCompartion International
dc.identifier.urihttps://bdears.busitema.ac.ug/handle/123456789/8919
dc.language.isoen
dc.titleGreen synthesis of silver nanoparticles using aloe vera gel extract
dc.typeTechnical Report
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