| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
MS&T24: Materials Science & Technology
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| Symposium
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Next Generation Biomaterials
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| Presentation Title |
Exploring Anti-Biofilm Properties of Silver-Loaded Zeolite in UV-Cured Resins: A Study Using VAT Polymerization on Glass Substrates |
| Author(s) |
Hideyuki Kanematsu, Dana M. Barry, Tsunemasa Saiki, Hidekazu Miura, Akihiro Hirayama, Akira Otsu, Koichiro Ogata, Akiko Ogawa, Takeshi Kogo, Nobumitsu Hirai, Takayoshi Nakano |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Hideyuki Kanematsu |
| Abstract Scope |
This study utilizes VAT polymerization to deposit layers of UV-curable resin on glass substrates, with thicknesses in the tens of micrometers. A critical aspect of the research involves incorporating an antimicrobial agent—silver-loaded zeolite—into the resin before curing. The focus is on investigating how variations in the curing conditions affect the UV-curing behavior and the anti-biofilm properties of the resultant material. The recently established ISO 4768 standard, introduced in July 2023, is employed to assess biofilm formation. This method provides a systematic approach to evaluate the efficacy of the antimicrobial treatment within the resin, aiming to understand the interaction between the embedded silver-loaded zeolite and biofilm resistance under different polymerization conditions. The findings of this research are expected to contribute significantly to the development of advanced materials with enhanced resistance to microbial colonization, particularly for applications requiring stringent hygiene standards. |