Development of Bismuth(III)-Functionalised Antibacterial Polymers

This thesis established the antibacterial potential of three novel polymeric systems functionalised by metal ion with established clinical utility: bismuth(III). This work presented that antimicrobial properties of metals can be combined with the adaptability and functional qualities of polymers to fabricate antibacterial surfaces. This work explored the synthesis, characterisation and biological evaluation of polymeric surfaces impregnated with Bi(III). This study showed that metal-containing polymeric antibacterial coatings are a promising field for future research and development due to their ability to prevent bacterial growth and spread on various surfaces