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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Biotechnology

Background:

  • Climate change and increasing bacterial multi-resistance pose significant global challenges.
  • There is a growing need for sustainable materials with antimicrobial functionalities.
  • Bio-based polymers offer a promising alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in sustainable bio-based polymers with antimicrobial properties.
  • To categorize these materials based on their chemical families.
  • To highlight their potential applications in various industries.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent scientific contributions.
  • Classification of bio-based polymers into polysaccharides, proteins/polypeptides, polyesters, and polyurethanes.
  • Analysis of antimicrobial performance and application potential.

Main Results:

  • Sustainable bio-based polymers demonstrate significant antimicrobial activity.
  • These materials are categorized into four main families: polysaccharides, proteins/polypeptides, polyesters, and polyurethanes.
  • Promising applications identified in the biomedical field, food industry, water purification, and coating technology.

Conclusions:

  • Sustainable bio-based polymers with antimicrobial properties represent a promising solution to global challenges.
  • Further research and development are crucial for realizing their full potential.
  • These materials offer a sustainable path towards combating infectious diseases and environmental concerns.