Highly efficient and active silver nanoparticle catalyzed conversion of aldehydes into nitriles: a greener, convenient, and versatile 'NOSE' approach

The greener, expedient, and unambiguous potency of catalytic action of Aloe vera mediated silver nanoparticles (AgNPs-Av) for the conversion of aldehydes into nitriles in good to high yields has been reported. The catalyst remained recyclable up to the third consecutive run without significant loss in its action. (C) 2015 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.