Antimicrobial

The kind of microorganism targeted determines the disinfectant’s effectiveness. Knowing how viruses differ from bacteria, or vice versa, is important in designing disinfectants for targeted efficacy. This article explains the

The presence of Legionella in water systems presents significant public health risks, particularly within large buildings, hospitals, and public facilities. The Legionella bacteria causes Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of

Listeria monocytogenes is a pathogenic bacterium that poses severe risks in industrial settings, particularly in food production environments. Contamination can result in serious health issues such as listeriosis, which can

Legionella is a significant public health risk, particularly in environments with water systems like hospitals, hotels, and cooling towers. If control of this bacterium is to be achieved by the

Microbiological testing for plastics Antimicrobial plastics and polymers are gaining more popularity due to their ability to stop harmful bacteria from growing on their surfaces. The use of such material

A standard test often used to assess the effect of disinfectants against various types of microorganisms is the disinfectant suspension tests. These tests are important as they ensure that the

Hands are the main source of transmission for most pathogenic organisms. As a result, maintaining personal hygiene and halting the spread of disease require practicing hand hygiene, which is fundamental

Antimicrobial plastics are plastics that are impregnated with antimicrobial agents to prevent the growth of microorganisms. Having a knowledge of how these plastics resist microbial growth is important, particularly in

Interior coatings and plastics which have mold and bacterial resistance properties are important for the environments with high humidity levels and temperature changes. Two important standards ASTM D3273 and ISO

Fungicidal disinfectant testing plays an important role in the manufacturing of products that are used for the disinfection of various environments which are prone to fungal contamination. These include products