Spectroscopic insights into the antibacterial and antifungal mechanism of ZnO nanoparticles green-synthesized from Morinda citrifolia leaf extract

Key Points

• Investigate the mechanism of antibacterial and antifungal activity of green-synthesized ZnO nanoparticles.
• Utilized green hydrothermal synthesis with Morinda citrifolia leaf extract.
• Characterized ZnO nanoparticles using spectroscopic techniques.
• Evaluated antimicrobial activity against bacteria and fungi.
• ZnO nanoparticles exhibited significant antibacterial effects against selected microbial strains.
• Antifungal activity was also observed, highlighting dual-functionality.
• Synthesis approach noted for environmental sustainability.