Optimization of biological synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Lactobacillus casei subsp. casei

BACKGROUND: The objectives of this study were optimization of silver nanoparticle synthesis using biotransformations by Lactobacillus casei subsp. casei, and studying the location of nanoparticles synthesis in this microorganism. RESULTS: The presence of AgNO 3 (0.1 mmol L −1 ) in the culture as the enzyme inducer, and glucose (56 mmol L −1 ) as the electron donor in the reaction mixture had positive effects on nanoparticle production. By...