In this paper, we propose a convenient methodology for fabricating a generic structure toward developing a robust, easy-to-clean transparent coating with inherent antibacterial properties for smooth, non-absorbent surfaces, such as glass and plastics. A two-step coating comprising an organopolysilazane primer and an alkoxysilane topcoat, based on positively charged quaternary ammonium silanes, is proposed. The topcoat is co-condensed with the primer to provide a hybrid structure with high wear strength even on surfaces that lack surface hydroxyl groups. Surfaces examined included glass and PMMA. The coated samples were studied in terms of abrasion resistance as well as anti-soiling and antimicrobial performance. It was found that the quater...
Treatment of materials by sol-gel technique can be an excellent tool to convey new properties to sur...
The fabrication of robust transparent antibacterial nanocoatings on the surface of device and equipm...
Aims: Environmental contamination plays an important role in the transmission of infections, especi...
According to both the Center for Disease Control and the World Health Organization, contact transmis...
An ever increasing concern over bacterial infections caused by consumer products as well as medical ...
Transparent, durable and smooth coatings with anti-fouling properties are highly desirable for many ...
Hydrophobic coating usually possesses a water contact angle (CA) of more than 90°. The fabrication o...
This thesis is focused on the preparation of organic-inorganic hybrid systems with targeted properti...
This thesis presents research into enhancing durability of transparent fluorine-free superhydrophobi...
[[abstract]]A novel water resistant antifog (AF) coating for plastic substrates was developed, which...
In this study, innovative strategies for the manufacturing of anti-fouling/foul-release (AF/FR) coat...
Today, antimicrobial polymers/coatings are widely used in various areas, such as biomedical devices,...
Traditional coatings are easily susceptible by the contamination of organic pollutants and parasitis...
With the risks associated with healthcare-associated infections and the rise of antibiotic resistant...
This paper describes a simple approach to prepare a transparent superhydrophobic coating and a trans...
Treatment of materials by sol-gel technique can be an excellent tool to convey new properties to sur...
The fabrication of robust transparent antibacterial nanocoatings on the surface of device and equipm...
Aims: Environmental contamination plays an important role in the transmission of infections, especi...
According to both the Center for Disease Control and the World Health Organization, contact transmis...
An ever increasing concern over bacterial infections caused by consumer products as well as medical ...
Transparent, durable and smooth coatings with anti-fouling properties are highly desirable for many ...
Hydrophobic coating usually possesses a water contact angle (CA) of more than 90°. The fabrication o...
This thesis is focused on the preparation of organic-inorganic hybrid systems with targeted properti...
This thesis presents research into enhancing durability of transparent fluorine-free superhydrophobi...
[[abstract]]A novel water resistant antifog (AF) coating for plastic substrates was developed, which...
In this study, innovative strategies for the manufacturing of anti-fouling/foul-release (AF/FR) coat...
Today, antimicrobial polymers/coatings are widely used in various areas, such as biomedical devices,...
Traditional coatings are easily susceptible by the contamination of organic pollutants and parasitis...
With the risks associated with healthcare-associated infections and the rise of antibiotic resistant...
This paper describes a simple approach to prepare a transparent superhydrophobic coating and a trans...
Treatment of materials by sol-gel technique can be an excellent tool to convey new properties to sur...
The fabrication of robust transparent antibacterial nanocoatings on the surface of device and equipm...
Aims: Environmental contamination plays an important role in the transmission of infections, especi...