Liquid-infused surfaces (or lubricant-infused surfaces)(LIS) are a new class of functional
materials introduced in 2011. Their exceptional properties have earned them a place at the …

Attachment of bacteria and subsequent formation of biofilms on material surfaces lead to
serious consequences including infection, contamination and biofouling, posing a prominent …

One of the most detrimental consequences of surface colonization by bacteria is healthcare-
associated infections (HAIs), which contribute to increased patient mortality and morbidity …

Surfaces of synthetic materials are highly susceptible to pathogenic bacteria colonization
and further biofilm formation, leading to device failure in both biomedical and industrial …

Biofilms formed from the pathogenic bacteria that attach to the surfaces of biomedical
devices and implantable materials result in various persistent and chronic bacterial …

Implant-associated infections arising from biofilm development are known to have
detrimental effects with compromised quality of life for the patients, implying a progressing …

Inspired by the slight acidic microenvironment, a variety of pH-responsive nanomaterials are
designed for highly effective antibacterial therapy by improving the ability of drug penetration …

Pathogenic biofilms formed on the surfaces of implantable medical devices and materials
pose an urgent global healthcare problem. Although conventional antibacterial surfaces …

Surface modification techniques are crucial in biomedical applications as they determine the
direct response to the biological environment against the interfacing materials. Physical and …

The use of polymers and nanomaterials has vastly grown for industrial and biomedical
sectors during last years. Before any designation or selection of polymers and their …