Microbial infections caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi pose significant global health
threats in diverse environments. While conventional disinfection methods are effective, their …

When we humans travel, our microorganisms come along. These can be harmless but also
pathogenic, and are spread by touching surfaces or breathing aerosols in the passenger …

Dependence of the food industry on conventional plastic and the generation of enormous
amounts of food waste caused by microbiological spoilage have been imposed as …

Antibacterial surfaces can be classified into two categories: passive surfaces, which repel
bacteria by affecting surface wettability, and active surfaces, which have bactericidal …

Indoor residents are constantly exposed to dynamic microbiota that have significant health
effects. In addition to hand hygiene, cleaning, and disinfection, antimicrobial coatings …

Surfaces on transit vehicles are frequently touched and could potentially act as reservoirs for
micro-organism transmission. Regular cleaning and disinfection to minimize the spread of …

A method has been proposed for creating an operationally durable copper coating with
antimicrobial properties for the buttons of electrical switches based on the gas dynamic …

In the mobility market, there is a demand from customers for antimicrobial protection. As a
result, the market has grown considerably to provide antiviral and antimicrobial polymers …

Background The colonization of skin with pathogenic, partially antibiotic‐resistant bacteria is
frequently a severe problem in dermatological therapies. For instance, skin colonization with …

Structured Summary Background Surfaces in close proximity to patients within hospitals may
cause healthcare-associated infections. These surfaces are repositories for pathogens …