ReviewNanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland)2020
Copper Surfaces in Biofilm Control.
Review in Nanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland), 2020. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 18 papers.
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18 citing papers in PubMed, 64 citations in OpenAlex.
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- Antibacterial properties of novel transparent copper films: a potential new tool to reduce healthcare-associated infections in hospitals and healthcare facilities.BMC microbiology · 2025Article
- Recent Advances in Biofilm Control Technologies for the Food Industry.Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Biofilm Resilience: Molecular Mechanisms Driving Antibiotic Resistance in Clinical Contexts.Biology · 2025Review
- In Vitro and In Vivo Evaluation of rPET/Cu-Alg Nanofibers for Anti-Infective Therapy.Polymers · 2024Article
- Classical and Modern Models for Biofilm Studies: A Comprehensive Review.Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
- Evolution of copper coupons resistance inPakistan journal of medical sciences · 2024Article
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- Metal Complexes-A Promising Approach to Target Biofilm Associated Infections.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Review
- Biofilm Inhibition and Antiviral Response of Cold Sprayed and Shot Peened Copper Surfaces: Effect of Surface Morphology and Microstructure.Journal of thermal spray technology · 2022Review
- Preparation and Characterization of Photocatalytically Active Antibacterial Surfaces Covered with Acrylic Matrix Embedded Nano-ZnO and Nano-ZnO/Ag.Nanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2021Article
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3 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.
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Abstract
Biofilms are structures comprising microorganisms associated to surfaces and enclosed by an extracellular polymeric matrix produced by the colonizer cells. These structures protect microorganisms from adverse environmental conditions. Biofilms are typically associated with several negative impacts for health and industries and no effective strategy for their complete control/eradication has been identified so far. The antimicrobial properties of copper are well recognized among the scientific community, which increased their interest for the use of these materials in different applications. In this review the use of different copper materials (copper, copper alloys, nanoparticles and copper-based coatings) in medical settings, industrial equipment and plumbing systems will be discussed considering their potential to prevent and control biofilm formation. Particular attention is given to the mode of action of copper materials. The putative impact of copper materials in the health and/or products quality is reviewed taking into account their main use and the possible effects on the spread of antimicrobial resistance.
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