As one of the long-established and necessary medical devices, surgical sutures play an
essentially important role in the closing and healing of damaged tissues and organs …

Antimicrobial textiles are functionally active textiles, which may kill the microorganisms or
inhibit their growth. The present article explores the applications of different synthetic and …

Bacterial contamination of biomaterials is a common problem and a serious threat to human
health worldwide. Therefore, the development of multifunctional biomaterials that possess …

As one of the most widely used medical devices, sutures face challenges related to surgical
site infections (SSIs) and lack of subcutaneous traceability. In the present study, a facile and …

Pathogenic microbes are a major source of health and environmental problems, mostly due
to their easy proliferation on most surfaces. Currently, new classes of antimicrobial agents …

Coronavirus pandemic has evidenced the importance of creating bioactive materials to
mitigate viral infections, especially in healthcare settings and public places. Advances in …

Spider silk, as one of the hardest natural and biocompatible substances with extraordinary
strength and flexibility, have become an ideal option in various areas of science and have …

Sutures are the most popular surgical implants in the global surgical equipment market.
They are used for holding tissues together to achieve wound closure. However, controlling …

Sutures are used to facilitate wound healing and play an important role in ensuring the
success of surgical interventions in healthcare facilities. Suture-associated surgical site …

Infections can lead to severe health issues, even death. Surfaces, such as those of
biomedical devices, implants, textiles, tables and doorknobs, play a crucial role as carriers …