Mycosynthesis of silver nanoparticles by endophytic Fungi: Mechanism, characterization techniques and their applications

Gezaf, Sara A.; Hamedo, Hend A.; Ibrahim, Amira A.; Mossa, Monga I.

doi:10.21608/mb.2023.185718.1066

Mycosynthesis of silver nanoparticles by endophytic Fungi: Mechanism, characterization techniques and their applications

Document Type : Reviews

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Botany Department, Faculty of Science, Arish University, Al-Arish 45511, Egypt.

10.21608/mb.2023.185718.1066

Abstract

Fungi are attractive as reducing and stabilizing agents in the biogenic synthesis of silver nanoparticles due to the production of considerable amounts of proteins, high yields, simplicity of handling, and low toxicity of the residues. Nanotechnology is one of the prospective technologies that could be utilized to address the recent issues as agrichemical production lines, nanotechnology production lines can also have drawbacks. As a result, a brand-new branch of nanotechnology called as "green nanotechnology" was developed, integrating biological ideas with physical and chemical procedures to produce nanosized particles with specific uses that are ecologically friendly. Biochemical synthesis methods utilizing microorganisms and plants are being investigated and developed in an effort to create nanoparticles (NPs) in a sustainable and eco-friendly manner. Biological synthesis has grown in favor as a possible alternative to the drawbacks related to physical and chemical methods of synthesis. The current analysis discusses the potential for enhancing plant health and disease resistance using AgNPs produced by endophytic fungi, which will contribute to a greater level of agricultural sustainability. Future research should focus on understanding this important method, it is advised.

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