Zinc is the most abundant and broadly studied metal oxide semiconductor. Its photophysical
properties include optical, electrical, magnetic, catalytic, sensing, energy storage …

During the COVID'19 outbreak, biosensing devices won increasing relevance,
demonstrating their potential in the medical diagnostic field. Hence, the present review …

ZnO nanostructures (ZnO NSs) are able to provide significant antimicrobial activity, ensuring
high biocompatibility, good chemical stability, and low toxicity. Such versatility has led to …

Thin-film nano-architecting is a promising approach that controls the properties of nanoscale
surfaces to increase their interdisciplinary applications in a variety of fields. In this context …

Face masks have proven to be a useful protection from airborne viruses and bacteria,
especially in the recent years pandemic outbreak when they effectively lowered the risk of …

Photocatalysis, a unique process that occurs in the presence of light radiation, can
potentially be utilized to control environmental pollution, and improve the health of society …

Nanoparticles can be used as inhibitory agents against various microorganisms, including
bacteria, algae, archaea, fungi, and a huge class of viruses. The mechanism of action …

The highly contagious SARS-CoV-2 virus is primarily transmitted through respiratory
droplets, aerosols, and contaminated surfaces. In addition to antiviral drugs, the …

Nanotechnology is a burning field of scientific interest for researchers in current era. Diverse
plant materials are considered as potential tool in green chemistry based technologies for …

With the recent surge in interest in microbial prevention, this review paper looks at the
different antimicrobial technologies for surfaces in the built environment. Every year, more …