Recent Advances in Antimicrobial Nanoparticles
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Nanoscience".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 September 2024 | Viewed by 208
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Dear Colleagues,
The proposed Special Issue titled “Recent Advances in Antimicrobial Nanoparticles” aims to explore the latest developments, innovations, and applications in the field of antimicrobial nanoparticles. Nanotechnology has emerged as a promising avenue in combating microbial infections, offering unique advantages such as enhanced antimicrobial activity, targeted delivery, and reduced toxicity compared to conventional antimicrobial agents. This Special Issue seeks to showcase cutting-edge research, methodologies, and advancements in the design, synthesis, characterization, and application of antimicrobial nanoparticles across various disciplines.
The scope of this Special Issue encompasses, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Synthesis and design of antimicrobial nanoparticles: Novel approaches and methodologies for the synthesis, fabrication, and functionalization of antimicrobial nanoparticles.
- Characterization techniques: Advanced characterization techniques to elucidate the physicochemical properties, structure, and morphology of antimicrobial nanoparticles.
- Mechanisms of action: Investigations into the mechanisms underlying the antimicrobial activity of nanoparticles, including their interactions with microbial cells and biofilms.
- Biocompatibility and toxicity studies: Evaluation of the biocompatibility, cytotoxicity, and safety profiles of antimicrobial nanoparticles for potential therapeutic applications.
- Targeted delivery systems: Development of targeted delivery systems utilizing antimicrobial nanoparticles for site-specific treatment of infections.
- Multifunctional nanoparticles: Exploration of multifunctional nanoparticles with combined antimicrobial and therapeutic properties, such as wound healing, imaging, and drug delivery.
- Applications in biomedicine: Clinical applications of antimicrobial nanoparticles in treating bacterial, viral, and fungal infections, as well as in medical devices and diagnostics.
- Environmental applications: Utilization of antimicrobial nanoparticles for environmental remediation, water treatment, and antimicrobial coatings.
- Challenges and future perspectives: Discussions on the current challenges, limitations, and future directions in the development and application of antimicrobial nanoparticles.
This Special Issue welcomes original research articles, reviews, perspectives, and communications from researchers and experts working in academia, industry, and governmental institutions, aiming to provide a comprehensive overview of the recent advances in antimicrobial nanoparticles.
Dr. Tarek Alshaal
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- nanotechnology
- antimicrobial agents
- nanoparticle synthesis
- biomedical applications
- targeted delivery
- mechanisms of action
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