Abstract
Selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) gained prominence in the area of biomedical owing to their antioxidant, antibacterial and anticancer properties. SeNPs are biocompatible and nontoxic compared to their ionic counterparts and they can be synthesized by several methods. Among many synthesis methods, biogenic synthesis has gained popularity with ecofriendly and cost-effective nature and generating minimal waste. This chapter mainly focused on the synthesis of SeNPs using microorganisms and agro-based materials. These biological materials are easily available, renewable and enriched with biomolecules, and play a significant role in formulating and enhancing bioactivity of SeNPs. Here we summarized the recent literature on biogenic synthesis of the SeNPs using several bacterial strains, different types of fungal, yeasts, and plants and pants parts which have novel approaches of synthesis for their application in different fields. Further, the possible mechanistic pathways of SeNPs formation in biogenic synthesis are discussed.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: Agri-Waste and Microbes for Production of Sustainable Nanomaterials
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
