Graphene quantum dot doped viscoelastic lyotropic liquid crystal nanocolloids for antibacterial applications
Prayas Singh, Farheen, Surbhi Sachdev, Samta Manori, Sumit Bhardwaj, Havagiray Chitme, Ashish Sharma, K. K. Raina, Ravi K. Shukla
Abstract
The effect of surfactant concentration, LLC phase geometry and GQD concentration has been studied and discussed. A probable mechanism for the strong antimicrobial activity of LLCs and GQD/LLC nanocolloids is presented considering intermolecular interactions. The viscoelastic behavior and strong antibacterial activity (inhibition zone 49.2 mm) of LLCs and GQD/LLC nanocolloids make them valuable candidates for lubrication, cleaning, cosmetics and pharmaceutical applications.
Topics & Concepts
LyotropicMaterials scienceLyotropic liquid crystalLamellar structureGrapheneLiquid crystalChemical engineeringQuantum dotViscoelasticityNanotechnologyComposite materialOptoelectronicsLiquid crystallineEngineeringOcular Surface and Contact LensCarbon and Quantum Dots ApplicationsProteins in Food Systems