Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles by Endophytic Fungi: Mechanism, Characterization Techniques, and Antimicrobial Potential
April 2017
in “
AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
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TLDR Silver nanoparticles made by fungi are eco-friendly and effective antimicrobials.
The document discussed the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using endophytic fungi, highlighting it as a promising area within nanobiotechnology. This method was considered eco-friendly and cost-effective compared to traditional physical and chemical synthesis techniques. The focus was on the mechanism of synthesis, characterization techniques, and the antimicrobial potential of these nanoparticles. Endophytic fungi were emphasized as potent biofactories due to their bioactive properties, making them suitable for applications in biomedicine, particularly as antimicrobial agents and disinfectants.