Journal of Materials Chemistry C,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 4, 2024
We
developed
a
hydrogel
controlled
by
near-infrared
light.
The
NIR
light
excites
nanoparticles
to
produce
upconversion
luminescence
and
polymerizes
gelatin
monomers
into
the
long-chain
compound
GelMa
in
presence
of
photoinitiator
LAP.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
34(44)
Published: July 29, 2024
Abstract
Healthcare‐associated
infections
remain
a
significant
health
concern,
particularly
with
the
emergence
of
antibiotic
resistance.
While
these
antibiotics
have
saved
countless
lives,
their
overuse
reduces
efficacy
promoting
multidrug‐resistant
(MDR)
bacteria.
This
prompts
researchers
to
explore
new
alternatives
for
treating
bacteria
proliferation.
In
this
context,
antibacterial
photodynamic
therapy
(aPDT)
has
emerged
as
promising
approach
localized
infections.
It
utilizes
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
oxidative
stress
agents,
thereby
minimizing
risk
developing
MDR.
The
success
aPDT
significantly
hinges
on
careful
selection
photosensitizers
(PSs)
and
polymer
matrices
synthesis
polymer‐based
photoactive
materials.
Various
light‐absorbing
PSs
are
therefore
designed
enhancing
ROS
production
antimicrobial
efficacy.
By
incorporating
into
matrices,
materials
can
harness
light
power
generate
ROS,
destroying
bacterial
cells
upon
irradiation.
review
aims
provide
comprehensive
overview
advancements
in
field,
specifically
focusing
use
mechanism
four
main
generated
aPDT,
methods
used
detection,
mode
action
against
been
outlined.
recent
improvement
also
addressed.
Environmental Science Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(7), P. 2771 - 2802
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
This
review
examines
the
intersection
of
self-healing
materials,
biomedicine,
and
circular
economy,
focusing
on
challenges,
advantages,
future
perspectives
associated
with
their
implementation.