In this review we attempt to clarify the notion of what is meant by the term antibacterial
surfaces and categorise the approaches that are commonly used in the design of …

The rapid spread of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses can be extremely
detrimental and can lead to seasonal epidemics or even pandemic situations. In addition …

The scientific and industrial interest in antimicrobial surfaces has significantly increased in
recent times. This interest is largely in response to the persistent microbial contamination of …

Nearly a century has passed since the discovery of the first antibiotics. With each passing
decade, more bacterial strains developed resistance towards existing antibiotics. Alternative …

Bacterial antibiotic resistance is becoming more widespread due to excessive use of
antibiotics in healthcare and agriculture. At the same time the development of new …

Antibacterial surfaces are surfaces that can resist bacteria, relying on the nature of the
material itself. It is significant for safe food and water, human health, and industrial …

Prevention of bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation on the surfaces of materials is a topic
of major medical and societal importance. Various synthetic approaches based on …

Microbial contamination and biofilm formation of medical devices is a major issue
associated with medical complications and increased costs. Consequently, there is a …

Device-associated infections (DAI) remain a serious concern in modern healthcare.
Bacterial attachment to a surface is the first step in biofilm formation, which is one of the main …

Microbial attachment onto biomedical devices and implants leads to biofilm formation and
infection; such biofilms can be bacterial, fungal, or mixed. In the past 15 years, there has …