Nano-Dimensional Zinc Oxide for Energy Harvesting, Sensing, and Environmental Remediation

Zinc oxide (ZnO) nanostructures have gained significant attention in recent years due to their applications in various fields. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the recent advances in ZnO-based nanostructures for energy harvesting, sensing, and environmental remediation applications. It covers advanced aspects of application-based research on ZnO nanostructures. The book also includes biosynthesized ZnO nanostructures and their role in targeted drug delivery. Features: Explores various synthesis techniques for ZnO nanostructures, detailing their impact on material properties and applications in emerging technologies Discusses the role of ZnO- based nanostructures in solar cells, photocatalysis, and environmental remediation, including heavy metal detection and removal Highlights ZnO nanostructures’ potential in electrochemical sensors for med-ical diagnostics, antimicrobial applications, and gas sensing technologies ZnO’s piezoelectric properties, ultraviolet photodetectors, and its integration into next-generation electronic and optoelectronic devices are discussed in depth Provides insights into ZnO nanostructures role in plant growth enhancement, along with discussions on future research directions and technological advancements in the field This is a reference book for academicians and researchers interested in the potential of nano-dimensional zinc oxide.