Anti-microbial Coating Innovations to Prevent Infectious Diseases

Dear Colleagues,

The annual occurrence of healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) caused by pathogens, particularly multidrug-resistant bacteria, has a significant impact on millions of patients worldwide. It poses a substantial public health risk and causes a considerable financial burden. Complementing routine hand hygiene practices, the implementation of cleaning and disinfection measures, along with the utilization of antimicrobial coatings, demonstrate promising potential in healthcare environments. Antimicrobial-coating-based approaches, which have garnered substantial commercial investment and academic research endeavors, are widely acknowledged for their potential in mitigating microbial populations on surfaces within clinical settings. This Special Issue will encompass research that harnesses innovative agents or materials and strategies for the development of antimicrobial coatings aimed at preventing infectious diseases. Papers pertaining to the development of novel agents or materials for antimicrobial coatings and the significant prevention of infectious diseases, such as antimicrobial nanomaterials, herbal-medicine-derived antimicrobial agents, antimicrobial peptides, antibiotic adjuvants, and antimicrobial hydrogel dressings, are highly encouraged.

Dr. Jinzhi Han
Prof. Dr. Serena Riela
Guest Editors

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