Advanced Nanomaterials and Bioinspired Strategies for Antimicrobial Applications
A special issue of Antibiotics (ISSN 2079-6382). This special issue belongs to the section "Novel Antimicrobial Agents".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 43
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains one of the most critical global health challenges, demanding innovative strategies to develop effective and sustainable solutions. This Special Issue, titled "Advanced Nanomaterials and Bioinspired Strategies for Antimicrobial Applications", seeks to explore cutting-edge research at the intersection of nanotechnology, biomaterials, and bioinspired design to address microbial threats. We invite contributions that highlight the synthesis, characterization, and application of novel nanomaterials (e.g., metallic nanoparticles, carbon-based structures, and polymeric systems) with enhanced antimicrobial properties. Special emphasis will be placed on biomaterials and bioinspired approaches—such as nature-mimicking nanostructures, peptide-based designs, or phage-inspired mechanisms—that offer targeted, biocompatible, and resistance-proof solutions. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Design and mechanistic studies of antimicrobial nanomaterials;
- Biomaterial-functionalized nanosystems for infection control;
- Bioinspired/biohybrid materials with synergistic antimicrobial effects;
- Applications in medical devices, coatings, or drug delivery systems;
- Green synthesis and eco-friendly antimicrobial strategies.
This Special Issue aims to bridge fundamental research and translational applications, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to combat AMR. We welcome original research, reviews, and perspectives that advance this evolving field.
Dr. Amedea B. Seabra
Dr. Gerson Nakazato
Guest Editors
Dr. Roberta Albino Dos Reis
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- antimicrobial nanomaterials
- bioinspired materials
- biomaterials engineering
- antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
- nanostructured antimicrobials
- bionanotechnology
- green chemistry
- antibacterial coatings
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