Fluid Flow Induces Differential Detachment of Live and Dead Bacterial Cells from Nanostructured Surfaces.

ABSTRACT: Nanotopographic surfaces are proven to be successful in killing bacterial cells upon contact. This non-chemical bactericidal property has paved an alternative way of fighting bacterial colonization and associated problems, especially the issue of bacteria evolving resistance against antibiotic and antiseptic agents. Recent advancements in nanotopographic bactericidal surfaces have made them suitable for many applications in medical and industrial sectors. The bactericidal effect of nanotopographic surfaces is classically studied under static conditions, but the actual potential applications do have fluid flow in them. In this study, we have studied how fluid flow can affect the adherence of bacterial cells on nanotopographic surfaces. Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial species were

SUBMITTER: Senevirathne SWMAI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9280952 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature