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Titanium micro-spikes skewer resistant superbugs

A new study suggests rough surfaces inspired by the bacteria-killing spikes on insect wings may be more effective at combatting drug-resistant superbugs, including fungus, than previously understood.

Peer-Reviewed Publication

RMIT University

Micro-spikes kill fungus cell

image: A ruptured Candida fungus cell on the spiked titanium surface. view more 

Credit: RMIT University

Journal

Advanced Materials Interfaces

DOI

10.1002/admi.202300314

Method of Research

Experimental study

Subject of Research

Cells

Article Title

Apoptosis of Multi-Drug Resistant Candida Species on Microstructured Titanium Surfaces

Article Publication Date

17-Aug-2023

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