Medicinal Plants and Their Nanoparticles: A Double Blade Sword Against Human Diseases

Green nanotechnology involves the development of smaller and more efficient materials while prioritizing the reduction of harm to the environment and the improvement of human well-being. Scientists are utilizing environment friendly techniques to synthesize nanomaterials, resulting in solutions that are both potent and environmentally safe for future generations. Green nanotechnology is centered around achieving a harmonious combination of the immense possibilities offered by nanoscience and the pressing necessity to safeguard our planet. This book demonstrates how this subject is not only spearheading a technical revolution but also fostering a fresh surge of environmental awareness. Green nanotechnology is paving the way for a future in which innovation and environmental responsibility are closely intertwined, by prioritizing sustainable development. This book thoroughly examines the fundamental principles of green nanotechnology particularly using medicinal plants and investigates its role in promoting sustainable practices in the fields of medicine and therapeutics. It elucidates the ways in which green synthesis techniques are enhancing the safety and sustainability of nanomaterial production. This book examines the application of nanotechnology in developing effective remedies for treating bacterial, fungal, and several chronic human ailments. Nanotechnology is leading the way in revolutionizing healthcare, by addressing persistent infections and enhancing the treatment of chronic diseases. In the complex interplay of existence, where each cell and molecule fulfills a vital role, the emergence of nanotechnology has brought forth a revolutionary ally. Nanotechnology, which operates at the atomic and molecular level, is crucial for significant breakthroughs in human health. Nanotechnology is a revolutionary force that is fundamentally changing our understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, rather than simply being a tool. This book explores the innovative methods in which nanotechnology is being developed to seamlessly integrate with the body’s inherent mechanisms. This book offers innovative applications that navigate the bloodstream to eradicate pathogens, selectively target nanoparticles that release medication only when necessary, and provide mechanistic insights.

Dr. Kamil Kuča is a distinguished scholar who has held professorial positions and served as an invited or adjunct faculty member at esteemed academic institutions worldwide. Professor Kuča is currently serving at the University of Hradec Králové, Czech Republic. Recognised for his scholarly impact, Professor Kuča boasts an impressive H-index of 70 and has accumulated over 20,000 citations in the Web of Science. In 2021, he was honoured as a Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate Analytics. Additionally, Professor Kuča holds five patents and is a scientific advisor to several technology companies, demonstrating his leadership and expertise.

Dr. Lukas Peter serves as Deputy Head of the Faculty of Material Science and Technology. Dr. Lukas is also heading the position of Vise-Dean for cooperation with industry at the Technical University of Ostrava in the Czech Republic. Dr. Lukas’s expertise in the designing and development of medical hardware and software like monitoring of cardiovascular systems, biomechanics of cardiovascular systems, signal processing in biomedicine etc. Currently under Dr. Lukas’s supervision PhD students working on the design and creation of a predictive model for evaluating the risk of treatment in chronic lymphocytic leukemia and; Design and development of a platform for reading and setting pacemaker firmware addresses for a pacemaker tester. Presently Dr. Lukas is working on a project titled Prototype - Innovative tester for automated testing of a dual-cavity external pacemaker granted by the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic.

Dr. Neetika Kimta is currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Research) at the Faculty of Science, Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences, India. She earned her Ph.D. in Botany from Shoolini University, with a focus on Nanotechnology, Green Synthesis, and Plant Physiology. Her research involves the synthesis and characterization of doped metal oxide nanomaterials and their biomedical applications. In addition, Dr. Kimta has expertise in evaluating the impact of altitudinal variation on secondary metabolites and the biological potential of medicinal plants. She has a strong academic background and is a gold medalist in M.Sc. (Botany) from MMDU, Mullana. Dr. Kimta has published several review and research articles, along with book chapters, and serves as a reviewer for reputed Elsevier and Springer journals.