CuOZnO nanocomposite with broad spectrum antibacterial activity: application in medical devices and acrylic paints.

Inappropriate and disproportionate use of antibiotics have led to a rapid increase in antibacterial resistance. Therefore, alternative antibacterial strategies and solutions are sought to overcome any form of resistance to effectively treat and/or prevent the spread of infections. In this study, we report an eco-friendly and scalable approach to produce highly antibacterial CuOZnO nanocomposite and its inclusion in medical devices and acrylic paint.