Issue 41, 2020

Development of coinage metal nanoclusters as antimicrobials to combat bacterial infections

Abstract

Infections from antibiotic-resistant bacteria have caused huge economic loss and numerous deaths over the past decades. Researchers are exploring multiple strategies to combat these bacterial infections. Metal nanomaterials have been explored as therapeutics against these infections owing to their relatively low toxicity, broad-spectrum activity, and low bacterial resistance development. Some coinage metal nanoclusters, such as gold, silver, and copper nanoclusters, can be readily synthesized. These nanoclusters can feature multiple useful properties, including ultra-small size, high catalytic activity, unique photoluminescent properties, and photothermal effect. Coinage metal nanoclusters have been investigated as antimicrobials, but more research is required to tap their full potential. In this review, we discuss multiple advantages and the prospect of using gold/silver/copper nanoclusters as antimicrobials.

Graphical abstract: Development of coinage metal nanoclusters as antimicrobials to combat bacterial infections

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
29 feb. 2020
Accepted
14 sep. 2020
First published
16 sep. 2020

J. Mater. Chem. B, 2020,8, 9466-9480

Development of coinage metal nanoclusters as antimicrobials to combat bacterial infections

D. Li, B. Kumari, J. M. Makabenta, B. Tao, K. Qian, X. Mei and V. M. Rotello, J. Mater. Chem. B, 2020, 8, 9466 DOI: 10.1039/D0TB00549E

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