Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy: Self-Disinfecting Surfaces for Controlling Microbial Infections

Microorganisms, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 12(8), С. 1573 - 1573

Опубликована: Авг. 1, 2024

Microbial infections caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi pose significant global health threats in diverse environments. While conventional disinfection methods are effective, their reliance on frequent chemical applications raises concerns about resistance environmental impact. Photodynamic self-disinfecting surfaces have emerged as a promising alternative. These incorporate photosensitizers that, when exposed to light, produce reactive oxygen species target eliminate microbial pathogens. This review explores the concept mechanism of photodynamic surfaces, highlighting variety characteristics integrated into range light sources used across different applications. It also highlights effectiveness these against broad spectrum pathogens, including fungi, while discussing potential for providing continuous antimicrobial protection without reapplication. Additionally, addresses both advantages limitations associated with concludes future perspectives advancing this technology meet ongoing challenges infection control.

Язык: Английский

Rapid virus inactivation by nanoparticles-embedded photodynamic surfaces

Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 679, С. 609 - 618

Опубликована: Окт. 23, 2024

Язык: Английский

Strategies to Reduce the Carbon Footprint of Protective Face Masks

Environmental footprints and eco-design of products and processes, Год журнала: 2024, Номер unknown, С. 131 - 156

Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024

Язык: Английский