Traditional vs. Microfluidic Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles
Maria Leila Popa, Manuela Daniela Preda, Ionela Andreea Neacșu, Alexandru Mihai Grumezescu, Octav Ginghină
Abstract
Microfluidics provides a precise synthesis of micro-/nanostructures for various applications, including bioengineering and medicine. In this review article, traditional and microfluidic synthesis methods of zinc oxide (ZnO) are compared concerning particle size distribution, morphology, applications, reaction parameters, used reagents, and microfluidic device materials. Challenges of traditional synthesis methods are reviewed in a manner where microfluidic approaches may overcome difficulties related to synthesis precision, bulk materials, and reproducibility.
Topics & Concepts
MicrofluidicsNanotechnologyMaterials scienceNanoparticleParticle sizeChemical engineeringEngineeringZnO doping and propertiesInnovative Microfluidic and Catalytic Techniques InnovationBiosensors and Analytical Detection