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A review on various maleic anhydride antimicrobial polymers

Akshatha Nagaraja1, Manohara Dhulappa Jalageri1, Yashoda Malgar Puttaiahgowda1

  • 1Department of Chemistry, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, India.

Journal of Microbiological Methods
|June 10, 2019
PubMed

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Antimicrobial polymers synthesized using maleic anhydride offer a promising solution to combat harmful pathogens and infections. These advanced materials present diverse applications across various sectors, enhancing health and safety.

Area of Science:

  • Polymer Science
  • Materials Science
  • Infectious Disease Control

Background:

  • Pathogen-induced infections pose a significant global health challenge, leading to numerous deaths.
  • Antimicrobial agents and disinfectants are crucial for controlling microbial growth.
  • Antimicrobial polymers are gaining attention for their beneficial properties in combating infections.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the development of antimicrobial polymers incorporating maleic anhydride.
  • To explore the versatile applications of these polymers in various industries.

Main Methods:

  • Focuses on the chemical structure and properties of maleic anhydride as a monomer.
  • Discusses the incorporation of maleic anhydride into macromolecular structures to create antimicrobial polymers.

Main Results:

  • Maleic anhydride's reactive double bonds and anhydride groups facilitate the creation of polymers with antimicrobial activity.
  • The review highlights the successful development of maleic anhydride-based antimicrobial polymers.

Conclusions:

  • Antimicrobial polymers derived from maleic anhydride show significant potential for controlling infections.
  • These polymers offer diverse applications, contributing to advancements in health and various industrial sectors.
Keywords:
Antimicrobial polymersBacteriaHealthcareMacromolecular structures

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