Abstract Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) have gained significant attention in the textile
industry for their ability to enhance the physicochemical properties of fabrics. In recent years …

Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is an unresolved problem in nosocomial settings,
remaining consistently associated with a lack of treatment, high mortality, and prolonged …

ZnO nanorods (ZnO-NRS) were synthesized using bioactive compounds from the fungus
champignon (Agaricus bisporus) via sol–gel–hydrothermal methods. The purpose of this …

The development of textiles with durable antifouling and antibacterial properties is essential
to inhibit many healthcare-associated infections and fulfill the increasing demand for public …

Bacterial adhesion and subsequent biofilm formation on the surfaces of synthetic materials
imposes a significant burden in various fields, which can lead to infections in patients or …

We report the development of a coating system relying on the incorporation of SiO2@ ZnO
core–shell nanospheres in polyurethane media as a novel approach to achieve longevity …

The rapid development of nanotechnology requires a more thorough understanding of the
potential health effects caused by nanoparticles (NPs). As a programmed cell death …

Surface contamination by microorganisms such as viruses and bacteria may simultaneously
aggravate the biofouling of surfaces and infection of wounds and promote cross-species …

This study aimed to optimize Garcinia indica leaf extract mediated biogenic synthesis of
antibacterial zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles (NPs) and investigate how the calcination …

With the growing concerns about the conservation of the environment and the minimal
consumption of water, the self-cleaning approach for textile materials is gaining much …