Nanomaterials for the photothermal killing of bacteria

Sibidou Yougbaré, Chinmaya Mutalik, Dyah Ika Krisnawati, Heny Kristanto, Achmad Jazidie, Mohammad Nuh, Tsai Mu Cheng*, Tsung Rong Kuo

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Abstract

An upsurge in the multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial pestilence is a global cause for concern in terms of human health. Lately, nanomaterials with photothermal effects have assisted in the efficient killing of MDR bacteria, attributable to their uncommon plasmonic, photocatalytic, and structural properties. Examinations of substantial amounts of photothermally enabled nanomaterials have shown bactericidal effects in an optimized time under near-infrared (NIR) light irradiation. In this review, we have compiled recent advances in photothermally enabled nanomaterials for antibacterial activities and their mechanisms. Photothermally enabled nanomaterials are classified into three groups, including metal-, carbon-, and polymer-based nanomaterials. Based on substantial accomplishments with photothermally enabled nanomaterials, we have inferred current trends and their prospective clinical applications.

Original languageEnglish
Article number1123
Pages (from-to)1-23
Number of pages23
JournalNanomaterials
Volume10
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jun 2020

Keywords

  • Antibacterial activity
  • Carbon-based nanocomposite
  • Metal nanostructure
  • Nanomaterial
  • Photothermal
  • Polymer

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