Microbial infection is a severe concern, requiring the use of significant amounts of
antimicrobials/biocides, not only in the hospital setting, but also in other environments. The …

Gold nanoparticles (Au NPs) are arguably the most versatile nanomaterials reported to date.
Recent advances in nanofabrication and chemical synthesis have expanded the scope of …

Antimicrobial polymers represent a very promising class of therapeutics with unique
characteristics for fighting microbial infections. As the classic antibiotics exhibit an …

Highlights•Assuring food safety and quality has become a major challenge in our
society.•More effective microbial controls are needed along the food production chain.• …

Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) is widely used in biomedical science and can form
composites that have broad applicability. One promising application where PDMS …

The emergence of antibiotic resistant bacteria is a major threat to the practice of modern
medicine. Photobactericidal agents have obtained significant attention as promising …

Healthcare‐associated infections remain a significant health concern, particularly with the
emergence of antibiotic resistance. While these antibiotics have saved countless lives, their …

This study investigated the photo-activated antibacterial function of a series of specifically
prepared carbon dots with 2, 2′-(ethylenedioxy) bis (ethylamine) as the surface …

The prevalence of healthcare‐associated infection caused by multidrug‐resistant bacteria is
of critical concern worldwide. It is reported on the development of a bactericidal surface …

Nanomaterials (NMs) are emerging novel tools for preserving quality, enhancing shelf life,
and ensuring food safety. Owing to the distinctive physicochemical characters, engineered …