Aim
Green Nanoparticles: Revolutionizing Drug Delivery Applications introduces eco-friendly synthesis of nanoparticles and their use in safe, efficient drug delivery. Learn green synthesis routes, nano-carrier design, characterization, safety concepts, and application-driven formulation strategies.
Program Objectives
- Green Nanotechnology: principles and sustainability goals.
- Synthesis: plant-, microbe-, and biomolecule-mediated methods.
- Nanocarriers: metals, polymers, lipid-based green nanoparticles.
- Drug Delivery: targeting, controlled release, bioavailability.
- Characterization: size, surface charge, stability, loading.
- Safety: biocompatibility and reduced toxicity concepts.
- Capstone: design a green nano drug delivery system.
Program Structure
Module 1: Introduction to Green Nanoparticles
- Limitations of conventional nanoparticle synthesis.
- Green chemistry principles in nanotechnology.
- Benefits of green nanoparticles in medicine.
Module 2: Green Synthesis Approaches
- Plant extract–mediated nanoparticle synthesis.
- Microbial and enzyme-based synthesis.
- Biopolymer-assisted nanoparticle formation.
- Scalability and reproducibility concepts.
Module 3: Types of Green Nanoparticles
- Metal and metal oxide nanoparticles (Ag, Au, ZnO – overview).
- Polymeric and lipid-based green nanocarriers.
- Hybrid and biofunctional nanoparticles.
Module 4: Green Nanoparticles in Drug Delivery
- Improving solubility and stability of drugs.
- Targeted and site-specific delivery concepts.
- Controlled and sustained drug release.
- Crossing biological barriers (intro).
Module 5: Characterization Techniques
- Particle size, morphology, and surface charge.
- Drug loading and encapsulation efficiency.
- In vitro release and stability testing.
Module 6: Biocompatibility and Safety
- Cytotoxicity and hemocompatibility basics.
- Reduced environmental and biological toxicity.
- Comparing green vs conventional nanoparticles.
Module 7: Applications and Case Studies
- Green nano drug delivery in cancer therapy.
- Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory delivery.
- Herbal drug delivery using green nanocarriers.
Final Project
- Select a drug and green synthesis route.
- Deliverables: nanoparticle design, delivery strategy, characterization plan.
- Submit: short green nano drug delivery report.
Participant Eligibility
- Students and professionals in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology
- Researchers in drug delivery and green chemistry
- Basic pharmaceutics or nanoscience knowledge helpful
Program Outcomes
- Understand green nanoparticle synthesis and benefits.
- Design eco-friendly nano drug delivery systems.
- Evaluate safety and performance of green nanocarriers.
- Create a portfolio-ready green nanotechnology project.
Program Deliverables
- e-LMS Access: lessons, examples, templates.
- Toolkit: synthesis checklist, characterization template, report outline.
- Assessment: certification after project submission.
- e-Certification and e-Marksheet: digital credentials.
Future Career Prospects
- Nanomedicine Research Associate
- Green Nanotechnology Scientist
- Drug Delivery R&D Trainee
- Sustainable Nanomaterials Analyst
Job Opportunities
- Pharma/Biotech: nanoformulation and sustainable drug delivery teams.
- Research Labs: green nanotechnology and nanomedicine projects.
- CROs: formulation development and safety testing.
- Academia: nanotechnology and green chemistry research groups.
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