Antibacterial, Antifungal and Antiviral Nanocomposites: Recent Advances and Mechanisms of Action

Abstract

Over the past ten years, there has been a significant increase in research into the study of nanocomposites. Nanocomposites vary in their physical and chemical properties. In today’s era, eco-friendly, nontoxic, biocompatible, biobased fillers and composites should be synthesized to increase their societal value in various aspects. These materials have seen extensive use across several industries, from biosensors to biomedicine. Great strides have been made in the field of Microbiology, particularly as Antibacterial agents, among these applications. The objective of this review is to present a thorough analysis of several Nanocomposites that reveal promising antibacterial activity. Such Nanocomposites are reviewed in detail, as well as their antibacterial efficacy is discussed.

Perspective Chapter: Nanocomposites – Unlocking the Potentials for Diverse Applications

“…Nanocomposite research is gaining interest for its versatility and superior properties compared to their corresponding single materials. These materials, particularly carbon-based material like carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene nanoplates, have been extensively studied for their electrical, mechanical, and thermal properties [ 4 ]. Polymer/ inorganic nanocomposites are widely used in dielectric materials due to their exceptional physical and mechanical characteristics, as well as unique electrical, thermal, sound, light, and magnetic properties [ 5 ].…”