Antimicrobial Activity of Nano-GeO2/CTAB Complex Against Fungi and Bacteria Isolated from Paper
2024
Antimicrobial Activity of Nano-GeO2/CTAB Complex Against Fungi and Bacteria Isolated from Paper
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Geng Xu, Wei Yan, Li Yuanxin, Zhao Siqi, Li Zhengqiang, Li Heng, Li Chen, Boanini Elisa, Graziani Gabriela
Primary Institution: Jilin University
Hypothesis
The nano-GeO2/CTAB complex can effectively inhibit the growth of fungi and bacteria that degrade paper.
Conclusion
The nano-GeO2/CTAB complex shows significant antimicrobial activity, effectively protecting paper from microbial degradation.
Supporting Evidence
- The nano-GeO2/CTAB complex showed significant inhibitory effects against S. aureus and E. coli.
- At 1 mg/mL, the complex inhibited the growth of all tested fungi after 60 minutes.
- Filter paper treated with the complex exhibited complete resistance to microbial attack.
Takeaway
This study found that a special mixture called nano-GeO2/CTAB can stop germs and fungi from ruining paper, keeping it safe and clean.
Methodology
The study synthesized a nano-GeO2/CTAB complex and tested its inhibitory effects on various bacteria and fungi isolated from paper.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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