Scientists Develop Antibacterial Coating Using Microscopic Cracks and Electricity

Researchers at Flinders University have discovered that microscopic cracks can enhance an antibacterial coating's ability to destroy dangerous bacteria when activated by a small electrical charge. This innovative coating, made from liquid gallium and carbon nanotubes, could lead to new smart wound dressings and wearable devices, offering a novel strategy in the global effort against antibiotic resistance.