ArticleNanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland)2024
Systematic Study of Reaction Conditions for Size-Controlled Synthesis of Silica Nanoparticles.
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- Cyclodextrin-Silica Hybrid PEG Hydrogels: Mechanistic Coupling Between Stiffness, Relaxation, and Molecular Transport.Gels (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Formulation of Tioconazole andMolecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2020Article
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Abstract
This study presents a reproducible and scalable method for synthesizing silica nanoparticles (SNPs) with controlled sizes below 200 nm, achieved by systematically varying three key reaction parameters: ammonium hydroxide concentration, water concentration, and temperature. SNPs with high monodispersity and controlled dimensions were produced by optimizing these factors. The results indicated a direct correlation between ammonium hydroxide concentration and particle size, while higher temperatures resulted in smaller particles with increased polydispersity. Water concentration also influenced particle size, with a quadratic relationship observed. This method provides a robust approach for tailoring SNP sizes, with significant implications for biomedical applications, particularly in drug delivery and diagnostics. Using eco-friendly solvents such as ethanol further enhances the sustainability and cost-effectiveness of the process.
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