Nanotechnology is a rapidly growing fieldwith potential application
in fields ranging fromelectronics to cosmetics [1,2]. Nanoscience covers
the basic understanding of physical, chemical and biological properties
in atomic and sub-atomic levels [3]. It has opened the doors to pave
way for the rapidly growing technologies involved in the design and
development of novel materials which exhibit unique and improved
properties. Silver nanoparticles (SNPs) fit very much into this category
due to itswide range of commercial applications involving several fields
like optics (for metal-enhanced fluorescence and surface-enhanced
Raman scattering), electronics, catalysis, sensors and therapeutics
[4–6]. Currently nano-silver is used for a variety of applications in everyday
consumer's life such as: nanosilver infused food storage containers
[7], nanosilver coated surfaces of medical devices to reduce
nosocomial infections, bandages, footwear and countless household
items respectively [8a]. According to Ayurveda (an ancient Indian
medical treatise), nanosilver is a popular additive in several Indian
health products due to its unique ability to fight infectious diseases