Transcriptome profile with 20 nm silver nanoparticles in yeast.

Engineered nanomaterials are commercially used in everyday products including zinc sunscreens and water-resistant fabrics and surfaces. Therefore, understanding the effects of engineered nanomaterials on the environment is crucial for the responsible use of these technologies. We investigated the effects of 20 nm spherical citrate-coated silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on the budding yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae.