Synergistic bactericidal action
Iodide encapsulated in multinuclear silver nanocages enhances antibacterial activity against E. coli through synergistic release of Ag(I) ions, hydroxyl radicals, and iodide.
Tan, Chunhong · Menghan, Lu · Tao, Zhou · Fang, Zhen · Juan, Zhou · Wang, Xiaofeng · Wang, Guoqing · Lin, Yingwu · Rocha, João
Materials Today Bio 2025
Superior antibacterial activity against E. coli compared to iodide-free Ag6 cages
Bactericidal mechanism involves release of Ag(I) ions, hydroxyl radical generation, and presence of iodide