Green Synthesis and Application of Copper-Based Nanomaterials

A vital aspect of nanoscience and nanotechnology is the synthesis of nanomaterials and nanostructures. Although nanotechnology is a relatively new field of study, nanomaterials have been used in industry for years. Synthesis of nanomaterials is an essential area due to its significant characteristics and is ideally suited for applications in a multiple discipline. Metal and metal-based nanoparticles play a major role across all disciplines, making up the majority of all nanomaterials. Among these, copper-based nanomaterials have drawn a lot of curiosity considering their varied features and wide range of uses in numerous sectors, particularly in nanotechnology for healthcare and biomedical fields. Synthesis of copper-based nanomaterials can be achieved by several approaches such as physical, chemical, biological methods. Among these approaches, synthesizing nanomaterials through biological processes is the most affordable and environmentally responsible method. This chapter aims to share details on green synthesis of copper-based nanomaterials obtained from different sources and utilized in a broad range of industries including electronics, agriculture, biomedicine, and manufacturing.