Biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles by endophytic fungi: Its mechanism, characterization techniques and antimicrobial potential

The document discussed the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using endophytic fungi, highlighting it as a promising area within green nanotechnology due to its eco-friendly and cost-effective nature. It emphasized the potential of fungi as biofactories for producing silver nanoparticles, which have significant applications in biomedicine, particularly as antimicrobial agents. The chapter provided an overview of the mechanisms involved in the synthesis, the characterization techniques used to analyze these nanoparticles, and their antimicrobial potential. This approach aimed to offer a safer alternative to traditional physical and chemical synthesis methods.