Iodide-encapsulated Ag(I)-thiolate coordination polymer

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

Advantages

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