Antimicrobial Coatings: Reviewing Options for Healthcare Applications

Jose, Ajay; Gizdavic‐Nikolaidis, Marija; Swift, Simon

doi:10.3390/applmicrobiol3010012

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“…Materials can be inspected and tested under heat and other factors to limit the spread of viruses. Some materials are replaced, adjusted, or sprayed with antimicrobial coatings (18). Social distancing measures control communal interaction, and are used as a first line of defense before treatments and the use of sanitization tools.…”

Section: Sanitizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Exploring an Architectural Paradigm for the 15-minute city planning model: Towards reforming gaps of services in Nablus

Enab,

Zawawi,

Mounajjed

2024

An-Najah University Journal for Research - A

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The existing literature on the 15-minute city planning model mainly covers conceptual strategies, responsive urban transformations, and innovative urban development projects at the neighborhood level. However, little attention has been given to the actual architecture of the 15-minute city. This planning model emphasizes the relationship between time and space of services in neighborhoods, which can be used as a scientific method to fill the gaps in services in Nablus neighborhoods. Local feedback on the distribution of services, proximity, and mobility in Nablus neighborhoods has highlighted the need to reimagine the comprehensiveness, density, and accessibility of services. Additionally, the prioritization of services has changed during COVID-19, which emphasizes the importance of architecture that considers flexibility in services. To address these challenges, this paper proposes the use of prefabrication construction technology in the placement of urban service units as a sustainable architectural model to realize the 15-minute city planning model. The paper presents the integration of structural system analysis, environmental considerations, and sterilization criteria into the model and proposes guidelines for the feasibility of this model. The resulting urban service framework of the architectural paradigm responds to the pointed-out needs of the population, and the temporary introduction of the model makes the application of the model responsive to the local shortage of vacant lands.

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Section: Sanitizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Exploring an Architectural Paradigm for the 15-minute city planning model: Towards reforming gaps of services in Nablus

Enab,

Zawawi,

Mounajjed

2024

An-Najah University Journal for Research - A

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“…Antimicrobial coatings for healthcare usages: Antimicrobial coatings, like titanium, can be applied to a wide range of surfaces to inhibit bacterial growth while improving the hygiene of healthcare facilities [22]. However, because of the requirement for effective and safe materials, identifying suitable coatings for hospitals can be a major challenge [22].…”

Section: Release-based Coatingsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Releasing and repelling coatings: These coatings can be used for contact-killing and repelling applications, in addition to antimicrobial agent release and repelling [22]. More research needs to be conducted to enhance the performance and safety of these coatings in healthcare settings.…”

Section: Release-based Coatingsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Characteristics and Key Features of Antimicrobial Materials and Associated Mechanisms for Diverse Applications

Agarwalla,

Ahmed,

Al-Marzouqi

et al. 2023

Molecules

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Since the Fourth Industrial Revolution, three-dimensional (3D) printing has become a game changer in manufacturing, particularly in bioengineering, integrating complex medical devices and tools with high precision, short operation times, and low cost. Antimicrobial materials are a promising alternative for combating the emergence of unforeseen illnesses and device-related infections. Natural antimicrobial materials, surface-treated biomaterials, and biomaterials incorporated with antimicrobial materials are extensively used to develop 3D-printed products. This review discusses the antimicrobial mechanisms of different materials by providing examples of the most commonly used antimicrobial materials in bioengineering and brief descriptions of their properties and biomedical applications. This review will help researchers to choose suitable antimicrobial agents for developing high-efficiency biomaterials for potential applications in medical devices, packaging materials, biomedical applications, and many more.

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“…Antimicrobial materials are very important in preventing the spread of infections and diseases by aiding in infection control, preventing hospital-acquired infections, and facilitating surface disinfection [4,5]. Furthermore, they offer a promising solution to combat antibiotic resistance with their ability to inhibit microbial growth [6,7].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Gamma Radiation-Mediated Synthesis of Antimicrobial Polyurethane Foam/Silver Nanoparticles

Lungulescu,

Fierascu,

Stan

et al. 2024

Polymers

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Nosocomial infections represent a major threat within healthcare systems worldwide, underscoring the critical need for materials with antimicrobial properties. This study presents the development of polyurethane foam embedded with silver nanoparticles (PUF/AgNPs) using a rapid, eco-friendly, in situ radiochemical synthesis method. The nanocomposites were characterized by UV–vis and FTIR spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy coupled with energy dispersive X-ray technique (SEM/EDX), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA), tensile and compression strengths, antimicrobial activity, and foam toxicity tests. The resulting PUF/AgNPs demonstrated prolonged stability (over 12 months) and good dispersion of AgNPs. Also, the samples presented higher levels of hardness compared to samples without AgNPs (deformation of 1682 µm for V1 vs. 4307 µm for V0, under a 5 N force), tensile and compression strength of 1.80 MPa and 0.34 Mpa, respectively. Importantly, they exhibited potent antimicrobial activity against a broad range of bacteria (including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Enterococcus faecalis) and a fungal mixture (no fungal growth on the sample surface was observed after 28 days of exposure). Furthermore, these materials were non-toxic to human keratinocytes, which kept their specific morphology after 24 h of incubation, highlighting their potential for safe use in biomedical applications. We envision promising applications for PUF/AgNPs in hospital bed mattresses and antimicrobial mats, offering a practical strategy to reduce nosocomial infections and enhance patient safety within healthcare facilities.

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Antimicrobial Coatings: Reviewing Options for Healthcare Applications

Cited by 19 publications

References 196 publications

Exploring an Architectural Paradigm for the 15-minute city planning model: Towards reforming gaps of services in Nablus

Exploring an Architectural Paradigm for the 15-minute city planning model: Towards reforming gaps of services in Nablus

Characteristics and Key Features of Antimicrobial Materials and Associated Mechanisms for Diverse Applications

Gamma Radiation-Mediated Synthesis of Antimicrobial Polyurethane Foam/Silver Nanoparticles

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