During the past few years, nanoparticles have been used for various applications including,
but not limited to, protein immobilization, bioseparation, environmental treatment, biomedical …

This review is focused on the comparison of the biological and pharmacological activities of
usnic acid enantiomers. Most of the available data refer to (+)-usnic acid, while the left …

An extracellular matrix-mimicking, biodegradable tissue-engineered skin substitute with
improved antibacterial, antibiofilm, and wound healing capabilities is essential in skin tissue …

The biofilm community of microorganisms has been identified as the dominant mode of
microbial growth in nature and a common characteristic of different microorganisms such as …

Biofilms are highly tolerant to antimicrobial agents and adverse environmental conditions
being important reservoirs for chronic and hard-to-treat infections. Nanomaterials exhibit …

Biofilms play an essential role in chronic and healthcare-associated infections and are more
resistant to antimicrobials compared to their planktonic counterparts due to their (1) …

Protecting surfaces from bacterial colonization and biofilm development is an important
challenge for the medical sector, particularly when it comes to biomedical devices and …

Despite extensive research into novel materials, iron oxides remain fascinating and attract
considerable attention because of their versatility, stability, ease of fabrication, low cost …

Usnic acid is one of the most investigated lichen secondary metabolites, with several proven
biological properties with potential medical relevance. However, its unfavorable physico …

The increasing number of multidrug-resistant bacteria is a growing threat to global public
health. Contaminated surfaces pose a major problem in the spreading of these superbugs …