How does Saccharomyces cerevisiae contribute to nanoparticle synthesis?
Saccharomyces cerevisiae can be employed in the biosynthesis of nanoparticles through both intracellular and extracellular mechanisms. For instance, the yeast can uptake metal ions and reduce them to metal nanoparticles within its cells. Alternatively, the enzymes secreted by the yeast can catalyze the reduction of metal ions in the surrounding medium, leading to the formation of nanoparticles.
