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.