Bactericidal Capacity of a Heterogeneous TiO<sub>2</sub>/ZnO Nanocomposite against Multidrug-Resistant and Non-Multidrug-Resistant Bacterial Strains Associated with Nosocomial Infections
Nor Hazliana Harun, Rabiatul Basria S. M. N. Mydin, Srimala Sreekantan, Khairul Arifah Saharudin, Norfatehah Basiron, Farizan Aris, Wan Naabihah Wan Mohd Zain, Azman Seeni
Abstract
may possibly involve generation of active ion species that enhance bactericidal effect against Gram-positive bacterial strains, especially for the MDR strains. Nano-based technology using MNPs may provide a promising solution for the prevention and control of NIs. Further work on biocompatibility and cytotoxicity profiles of this nanocomposite are needed.
Topics & Concepts
Multiple drug resistanceNanocompositeMinimum inhibitory concentrationBiofilmMicrobiologyMinimum bactericidal concentrationBiocompatibilityBacteriaAntimicrobialChemistryMaterials scienceDrug resistanceBiologyNanotechnologyGeneticsOrganic chemistryAntimicrobial agents and applicationsBacterial biofilms and quorum sensingAntibiotic Resistance in Bacteria