Nanomaterials and Low-Dimensional Materials for Antibacterial Applications
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Biology and Medicines".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 April 2024) | Viewed by 2184
Special Issue Editor
Interests: development and biological application of novel antimicrobial dressings; design and preparation of multiple smart-responsive hydrogels; preparation, modification and characterization of biomedical materials; preparation and characterization of bio-based polymers and composites; development and utilization of new anti-corrosion and anti-fouling coatings
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The widespread use of antibiotics has led to the escalation of bacterial resistance, therefore, new and effective treatment options are required urgently. Advanced nanomaterials are particularly promising due to their drug loading/releasing capabilities and potential photodynamic/photothermal therapeutic properties. These nanomaterials are usually based on metals, metal oxides, or carbon materials. Crucially, dimension is an important asset of nanomaterials, which can change the intrinsic properties of materials. The dimensional differences in the materials lead to different antibacterial mechanisms. For example, 0-D (0-dimensional) nanomaterials can be used both as metal ion-releasing therapeutics and as carriers for antibiotic delivery. The 1-D (1-dimensional) rod-like nanomaterials are similar to 0-D in terms of properties and applications, while 1-D ribbon nanomaterials are more similar to 2-D (2-dimensional). The 2-D nanomaterials have been used to load therapeutic agents due to their large surface area. With sharp edges, they can also directly destroy bacteria by physical cutting. The 2-D materials are also degradable in the human body, thus they are very popular in antibacterial applications.
This Special Issue focuses on the latest studies and practical applications of 0-D, 1-D, and 2-D nanomaterials for antibacterial applications. It aims to publish original research papers and comprehensive reviews concerning the fabrication, characterization, advanced properties investigations, and potential applications of antibacterial nanomaterials.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Wei Shao
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- nanomaterials
- antibacterial
- low-dimensional
- metals
- carbon materials
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