Supramolecular biomaterials as drug nanocontainers with iron depletion properties for antimicrobial applications
Chiara Zagni, Vincenzo Patamia, Sandro Dattilo, Virginia Fuochi, Salvatore Furnari, Pio Maria Furneri, Sabrina Carroccio, Giuseppe Floresta, Antonio Rescifina
Abstract
This work reports the design of a new bacteria-killer based on maltol derivatives and β-cyclodextrin cryogels.
Topics & Concepts
NanotechnologyAntimicrobialMaterials scienceSupramolecular chemistryDrugChemistryMedicinePharmacologyOrganic chemistryCrystal structureHydrogels: synthesis, properties, applicationsBone Tissue Engineering MaterialsGraphene and Nanomaterials Applications