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Green-synthesized selenium and titanium dioxide nanomaterials: characterization and antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant pathogens

Aug 2026 · SCIENCE NATURE · Vol 113 · 0 citations · 37 references
Medicine

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Plant-derived selenium and titanium dioxide nanomaterials, particularly selenium-based systems, demonstrate promising antimicrobial potential for further development against MDR nosocomial respiratory pathogens.

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