Denver P. Linklater , Samson WL. Mah , Vassil Tzanov , Vladimir Baulin , Natalie A. Borg , Graeme Moad , Ranya Simons , Andrea J. O'Connor , Elena P. Ivanova
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Abstract
Due to the high density of human populations within enclosed spaces, respiratory viruses are mainly transmitted via airborne aerosols; however, they can also be transmitted via indirect contact when a respiratory droplet containing a viral load contaminates a smooth surface, on which some viruses have long survivability. In this perspective, we outline recent developments of antiviral surfaces to combat the surface transmission of viruses. Numerous technologies already exist for the development of antibacterial surfaces that have the potential to be extended toward the development of antiviral surfaces. We overview the potential to utilise nanostructured surfaces for the physical inactivation of virus particles. However, there remains a limited number of suitable nanofabrication approaches and a lack of understanding of the nature of efficient virucidal surfaces.
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Current Opinion in Colloid and Interface Science (COCIS) is an international journal that focuses on the molecular and nanoscopic aspects of colloidal systems and interfaces in various scientific and technological fields. These include materials science, biologically-relevant systems, energy and environmental technologies, and industrial applications.
Unlike primary journals, COCIS primarily serves as a guide for researchers, helping them navigate through the vast landscape of recently published literature. It critically analyzes the state of the art, identifies bottlenecks and unsolved issues, and proposes future developments.
Moreover, COCIS emphasizes certain areas and papers that are considered particularly interesting and significant by the Editors and Section Editors. Its goal is to provide valuable insights and updates to the research community in these specialized areas.