The Two Dimensional Nanomaterials Functionalized with Antimicrobial Peptides as a Novel Strategy to Combat Biofilms and its Associated Infections

  • Chandrika Boddety Infectious diseases and Immunology, CSIR-IICB, Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata, India
  • Sravani Modali Department of Microbiology and Molecular biology, CSIR-NIO (National Institute of Oceanography), India
  • Gayathri Pentakota Dept of Biochemistry, Gitam University, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • Sujoy K Das Principal Scientist, Infectious diseases and Immunology, CSIR-IICB (Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata, India
Keywords: 2D nanomaterials, Antimicrobial peptides, Biofilm, Targeted drug delivery

Abstract

The resilient and adaptive nature of biofilms and its associated infections pose a serious threat in the current state of play aiming the need for a promising strategy. The two-dimensional nanomaterials functionalized with antimicrobial peptides serve as a novel approach to combat biofilms and their related infections. This review article explains the current landscape of research in this field focusing on classification and physiochemical properties of two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials and their exploitation as antimicrobial peptide delivery system. The review also offers insights into their potential application in various settings such as medical devices wound healing and water treatment. Additionally we discuss the challenges and future directions in the development and implementation of this innovative strategy, emphasizing the need for multidisciplinary approach that bridges the gap between fundamental research and practical applications. Through a comprehensive synthesis of current literature, this review aims to provide researchers, clinicians and industry professionals with a thorough understanding of promises and challenges, which aim in the development of advanced materials and strategies for combating microbial biofilms and improving industrial control measures.

Published
2023-12-30