Issue 47, 2021

Contributions of photochemistry to bio-based antibacterial polymer materials

Abstract

Surgical site infections constitute a major health concern that may be addressed by conferring antibacterial properties to surgical tools and medical devices via functional coatings. Bio-sourced polymers are particularly well-suited to prepare such coatings as they are usually safe and can exhibit intrinsic antibacterial properties or serve as hosts for bactericidal agents. The goal of this Review is to highlight the unique contribution of photochemistry as a green and mild methodology for the development of such bio-based antibacterial materials. Photo-generation and photo-activation of bactericidal materials are illustrated. Recent efforts and current challenges to optimize the sustainability of the process, improve the safety of the materials and extend these strategies to 3D biomaterials are also emphasized.

Graphical abstract: Contributions of photochemistry to bio-based antibacterial polymer materials

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
18 Aug. 2021
Accepted
23 Okt. 2021
First published
25 Okt. 2021

J. Mater. Chem. B, 2021,9, 9624-9641

Contributions of photochemistry to bio-based antibacterial polymer materials

D. Versace, L. Breloy, E. Palierse and T. Coradin, J. Mater. Chem. B, 2021, 9, 9624 DOI: 10.1039/D1TB01801A

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