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Lignin - A green material for antibacterial application - A review

Das, Atanu Kumar; Mitra, Kangkana; Conte, Austin J.; Sarker, Asim; Chowdhury, Aysha; Ragauskas, Arthur J.

Sammanfattning

Lignin's antibacterial properties have become increasingly relevant due to the rise of microbial infectious diseases and antibiotic resistance. Lignin is capable of interacting electrostatically with bacteria and contains polyphenols that cause damage to their cell walls. These features make lignin a desirable material to exhibit antibacterial behavior. Therefore, lignin in antibacterial applications offers a novel approach to address the growing need for sustainable and effective antibacterial materials. Recent research has explored the incorporation of lignin in various biomedical applications, such as wound dressings, implants, and drug delivery systems, highlighting their potential as a sustainable alternative to synthetic antibacterial agents. Furthermore, the development of lignin -based nanomaterials with enhanced antimicrobial activity is an active area of research that holds great promise for the future. In this review, we have provided a summary of how lignin can be incorporated into different forms, such as composite and non -composite synthesis of antibacterial agents and their performances. The challenges and future considerations are also discussed in this review article.

Nyckelord

Biopolymer; Lignin types; Synthesis; Performances; Antibacterial

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International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
2024, Volym: 261, nummer: 2, artikelnummer: 129753

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    Publikationens identifierare

    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.129753

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    https://res.slu.se/id/publ/128871