Scientists have observed that a new paper material, known as graphene, is resistant to bacteria. Graphene could be used in an array of items; such as antibacterial bandages, food packaging and odor fighting shoes.
Graphene is an atom thin sheet of carbon, it was being tested for uses in solar cells, computer chips and sensors. However, testing has been broadened to view its interaction with living cells.
Testing showed that bacteria was unable to grow on the graphene oxide, yet human cells appeared unaffected.
Considering graphene's ability to fight bacteria and its relatively low production cost, it is likely that this material will find its way into households and hospitals in the near future.
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