Heavy Metal Biosorption by Endophytic Fungi Isolated from Azadirachta Indica
Abstract
Heavy metal contamination in industrial effluents, particularly in paper pulp industries, is a significant environmental concern due to the detrimental effects on living organisms and ecosystems. The use of biological materials, a process known as biosorption, has emerged as a promising eco-friendly and cost-effective approach for the remediation of these pollutants. This study investigates the potential of endophytic fungi isolated from the medicinal plant Azadirachta indica (neem) to remove heavy metals from paper pulp industry wastewater. Endophytic fungi were isolated from the leaves of Azadirachta indica, a plant commonly found in the vicinity of paper pulp industries, and their heavy metal biosorption capabilities were evaluated. The findings demonstrate the efficacy of these endophytic fungi in sequestering heavy metals, suggesting their potential application in the bioremediation of paper pulp industry effluents. Total 26 fungi were isolated and estimate the efficiency of biosorption.
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