Surface-tuned nanomaterials: a path towards effective antimicrobial strategies

M Karmacharya - 2024 - scholarworks.unist.ac.kr
Antimicrobial resistance is a significant issue associated with biofilms, resulting in an
increased need for higher doses of antimicrobial agents. Several hypotheses have been …

Surface-textured mixed-metal-oxide nanocrystals as efficient catalysts for ROS production and biofilm eradication

N Kumari, S Kumar, M Karmacharya, S Dubbu… - Nano Letters, 2020 - ACS Publications
Next-generation catalysts are urgently needed to tackle the global challenge of antimicrobial
resistance. Existing antimicrobials cannot function in the complex and stressful chemical …

Photoactive antiviral face mask with self-sterilization and reusability

S Kumar, M Karmacharya, SR Joshi, O Gulenko… - Nano Letters, 2020 - ACS Publications
Since the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, the increasing demand and
disposal of surgical masks has resulted in significant economic costs and environmental …

Nanomaterials for Fighting Multidrug-Resistant Biofilm Infections

VM Rotello - BME frontiers, 2023 - spj.science.org
Multidrug-resistant bacterial infections represent a dire threat to global health. The
development of antibiotic resistance in bacteria coupled with the lack of development of new …

Recent nanotechnology approaches for prevention and treatment of biofilm‐associated infections on medical devices

M Ramasamy, J Lee - BioMed Research International, 2016 - Wiley Online Library
Bacterial colonization in the form of biofilms on surfaces causes persistent infections and is
an issue of considerable concern to healthcare providers. There is an urgent need for novel …

Nanomaterials and coatings for managing antibiotic-resistant biofilms

G Ferreres, K Ivanova, I Ivanov, T Tzanov - Antibiotics, 2023 - mdpi.com
Biofilms are a global health concern responsible for 65 to 80% of the total number of acute
and persistent nosocomial infections, which lead to prolonged hospitalization and a huge …

Recent nanotechnology approaches for prevention and treatment of biofilm-associated infections on medical devices.

MR Mohankandhasamy Ramasamy, LJT Lee JinTae - 2016 - cabidigitallibrary.org
Bacterial colonization in the form of biofilms on surfaces causes persistent infections and is
an issue of considerable concern to healthcare providers. There is an urgent need for novel …

Recent advances in surface nanoengineering for biofilm prevention and control. Part I: molecular basis of biofilm recalcitrance. passive anti-biofouling nanocoatings

PC Balaure, AM Grumezescu - Nanomaterials, 2020 - mdpi.com
Medical device-associated infections are becoming a leading cause of morbidity and
mortality worldwide, prompting researchers to find new, more effective ways to control the …

Reducing bacterial infections and biofilm formation using nanoparticles and nanostructured antibacterial surfaces

G Mi, D Shi, M Wang, TJ Webster - Advanced Healthcare …, 2018 - Wiley Online Library
With the rapid spreading of resistance among common bacterial pathogens, bacterial
infections, especially antibiotic‐resistant bacterial infections, have drawn much attention …

Platelet Membrane‐Enclosed Bioorthogonal Catalysis for Combating Dental Caries

M Karmacharya, S Kumar, YJ Choi… - Advanced Healthcare …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Platelets have shown promise as a means to combat bacterial infections, fostering the
development of innovative therapeutic approaches. However, several challenges persist …