Recent Advances in Silver Nanoparticle Containing Biopolymer Nanocomposites for Infectious Disease Control – A Mini Review

Mohammad A Wahab; Nazrul Islam; M Enamul Hoque; David James Young

doi:10.2174/1573411013666171009163829

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Recent Advances in Silver Nanoparticle Containing Biopolymer Nanocomposites for Infectious Disease Control – A Mini Review

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Recent Advances in Silver Nanoparticle Containing Biopolymer Nanocomposites for Infectious Disease Control – A Mini Review

Mohammad A Wahab, Nazrul Islam, M Enamul Hoque and David James Young

Current Analytical Chemistry, Vol.14(3), pp.198-202

2018

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2174/1573411013666171009163829

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Abstract

antibacterial

nanoparticles

silver

biopolymers

chitosan

polycaprolactone

polyurethane

bone

dental

orthopedic

water disinfection

Background: Silver nanoparticle (Ag NP)-containing biolpolymer nanocomposites possess antibacterial activity, which is largely associated with the NP size, shape, surface area and medium. Methods: These biomaterials have been investigated as dressing for wounds and burns, treatment for infected areas, coatings for orthopaedic and dental implants and for water disinfection. Results: This broad-acting and potent antibacterial activity is likely due to a multifaceted mechanism of action that is not completely understood. Although the Ag NPs are useful against antibiotic resistant bacteria, their level of toxicity are not well established and requires further investigation. Conclusion: This review details the brief perspective, critical analysis of the currently available articles and discusses the future applications of these potentially life-saving nanocomposites.

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Title: Recent Advances in Silver Nanoparticle Containing Biopolymer Nanocomposites for Infectious Disease Control – A Mini Review
Authors: Mohammad A Wahab (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Nazrul Islam (Author) - Queensland University of Technology
M Enamul Hoque (Author) - King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia
David James Young (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Publication details: Current Analytical Chemistry, Vol.14(3), pp.198-202
Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers Ltd.
Date published: 2018
DOI: 10.2174/1573411013666171009163829
ISSN: 1573-4110
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99450731202621
Output Type: Journal article

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