Light-activated antimicrobial coating for the continuous disinfection of surfaces.
The ability of a photosensitizer-containing cellulose acetate film to kill bacteria was evaluated. Substantial kills were achieved following irradiation of the film with white light for up to 24 hours. Applying a photosensitizer-containing coating to surfaces could reduce the environmental load of pathogens, thus helping to prevent infectious disease transmission.
Department of Microbiology, Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, United Kingdom.
Michael
M
Wilson
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000494:pharmacology*; D004202:Disinfectants / Q000494:pharmacology*; D004866:Equipment Contamination; D006796:Household Work; D008027:Light; D017319:Photosensitizing Agents; D006113:United Kingdom
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D004202:Disinfectants; D017319:Photosensitizing Agents