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Antimicrobial Characterization of Advanced Materials for Bioengineering Applications

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From multifunctionalized poly(ethylene imine)s toward antimicrobial coatings.

Nicolas Pasquier¹, Helmut Keul, Elisabeth Heine

¹DWI an der RWTH Aachen e.V. and Institute of Technical and Macromolecular Chemistry, RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstrasse 8, D-52056 Aachen, Germany.

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Summary

New amphiphilic polymers derived from poly(ethylene imine) (PEI) exhibit potent antimicrobial properties. These functionalized PEI materials show effectiveness as disinfectants and antimicrobial coatings against common bacteria.

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Area of Science:

Polymer Chemistry
Materials Science
Microbiology

Background:

Poly(ethylene imine) (PEI) is a versatile polymer with primary amine groups.
Functionalization of polymers can impart novel properties, including antimicrobial activity.
Developing effective disinfectants and antimicrobial coatings is crucial for public health.

Purpose of the Study:

To synthesize novel amphiphilic polymers by functionalizing poly(ethylene imine) (PEI).
To investigate the antimicrobial efficacy of these functionalized PEI materials.
To explore their potential applications as disinfectants and antimicrobial coatings.

Main Methods:

One-step functionalization of PEI primary amines with quaternary ammonium, alkyl, allylic, and benzylic groups using a carbonate coupler.
Structural characterization of the synthesized amphiphilic polymers via 1H and 13C NMR spectroscopy.
Evaluation of bactericidal properties against Gram-negative (Escherichia coli) and Gram-positive (Bacillus subtilis) bacteria, including determination of minimal inhibitory concentrations (MICs) and assessment of antimicrobial coatings.

Main Results:

Successfully synthesized amphiphilic polymers with varying hydrophilic/hydrophobic balances.
Water-soluble functionalized PEIs demonstrated significant bactericidal activity against E. coli and B. subtilis, with MICs in the range of 0.03-0.4 mg/mL.
Glass slides coated with these functionalized PEIs achieved a reduction of at least 95% and up to 99.9% in colony-forming units of E. coli and B. subtilis.

Conclusions:

The synthesized amphiphilic poly(ethylene imine) derivatives are effective antimicrobial agents.
These polymers show promise for applications as water-soluble disinfectants and antimicrobial surface coatings.
The tunable hydrophilic/hydrophobic balance allows for tailored antimicrobial performance.