Title
A Switchable Biocompatible Polymer Surface with Self-sterilizing and Nonfouling Capabilities
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Fall 2008
Abstract
Trap, kill, and release: An antimicrobial cationic surface can effectively kill bacterial cells and switch to a nonfouling zwitterionic surface which releases dead microorganisms upon hydrolysis (see picture). This biocompatible nonfouling surface can prevent further attachment of proteins and microorganisms and the formation of a biofilm on the surface.
Volume
47
First Page
8831
Last Page
8834
Recommended Citation
Cheng, Gang, "A Switchable Biocompatible Polymer Surface with Self-sterilizing and Nonfouling Capabilities" (2008). Chemical, Biomolecular, and Corrosion Engineering Faculty Research. 141.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/chemengin_ideas/141
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