Hadi Tabesh, Shabnam Kharrazi, Mostafa Bashiri Barazandeh, Parastoo Ebadoulah Poursafa, Ali Poorkhalil
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Abstract
Zeolites are crystalline aluminosilicate materials known for their unique structures and small pores, making them highly suitable for various applications, including antimicrobial uses. Their porous surfaces enable them to act as carriers for metal ions, enhancing their antibacterial potential. A recent comprehensive review of the literature assessed the antibacterial activity of both natural and synthetic zeolites, with a specific focus on their performance after being modified with metal ions. The study confirmed that while unmodified zeolites possess some inherent antibacterial properties, their effectiveness is generally limited to high concentrations. In contrast, zeolites modified with metal ions, such as silver (Ag), copper (Cu), or zinc (Zn), demonstrate significantly enhanced antimicrobial effects at much lower concentrations. Among the metal-modified zeolites, Ag-treated zeolite A (ZA) emerged as the most effective, exhibiting a remarkably low minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of just 16 µg/mL against various bacterial strains. This heightened activity is attributed to the controlled release of Ag ions and the high ion-exchange capacity of ZA, which allows for sustained antimicrobial action. These findings suggest that metal-exchanged zeolites, particularly those with high ion-retention capabilities, hold strong potential as long-lasting and efficient antimicrobial agents. Such materials could be valuable in medical, environmental, and industrial applications, especially where bacterial resistance is a growing concern.
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Electrical and electronic engineers have a long and illustrious history of contributing new theories and technologies to the biomedical sciences. This includes the cable theory for understanding the transmission of electrical signals in nerve axons and muscle fibres; dielectric techniques that advanced the understanding of cell membrane structures and membrane ion channels; electron and atomic force microscopy for investigating cells at the molecular level.
Other engineering disciplines, along with contributions from the biological, chemical, materials and physical sciences, continue to provide groundbreaking contributions to this subject at the molecular and submolecular level. Our subject now extends from single molecule measurements using scanning probe techniques, through to interactions between cells and microstructures, micro- and nano-fluidics, and aspects of lab-on-chip technologies. The primary aim of IET Nanobiotechnology is to provide a vital resource for academic and industrial researchers operating in this exciting cross-disciplinary activity. We can only achieve this by publishing cutting edge research papers and expert review articles from the international engineering and scientific community. To attract such contributions we will exercise a commitment to our authors by ensuring that their manuscripts receive rapid constructive peer opinions and feedback across interdisciplinary boundaries.
IET Nanobiotechnology covers all aspects of research and emerging technologies including, but not limited to:
Fundamental theories and concepts applied to biomedical-related devices and methods at the micro- and nano-scale (including methods that employ electrokinetic, electrohydrodynamic, and optical trapping techniques)
Micromachining and microfabrication tools and techniques applied to the top-down approach to nanobiotechnology
Nanomachining and nanofabrication tools and techniques directed towards biomedical and biotechnological applications (e.g. applications of atomic force microscopy, scanning probe microscopy and related tools)
Colloid chemistry applied to nanobiotechnology (e.g. cosmetics, suntan lotions, bio-active nanoparticles)
Biosynthesis (also known as green synthesis) of nanoparticles; to be considered for publication, research papers in this area must be directed principally towards biomedical research and especially if they encompass in vivo models or proofs of concept. We welcome papers that are application-orientated or offer new concepts of substantial biomedical importance
Techniques for probing cell physiology, cell adhesion sites and cell-cell communication
Molecular self-assembly, including concepts of supramolecular chemistry, molecular recognition, and DNA nanotechnology
Societal issues such as health and the environment
Special issues. Call for papers:
Smart Nanobiosensors for Next-generation Biomedical Applications - https://digital-library.theiet.org/files/IET_NBT_CFP_SNNBA.pdf
Selected extended papers from the International conference of the 19th Asian BioCeramic Symposium - https://digital-library.theiet.org/files/IET_NBT_CFP_ABS.pdf