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Synthesis and function of bioactive, block copolymer surfactant constructs as relevant to the preparation of anticoagulant and antibacterial medical implant surfaces.

Creator:

Joshi, Pranav R.

Abstract:

Nisin, an antibacterial peptide proven to be an effective inhibitor of Gram-positive bacteria, was incorporated into novel block copolymer constructs and tested for retained antibacterial activity. Covalent coupling was achieved by chemical modification of the N-terminal isoleucine to introduce a thiol group. Thiolated nisin derivatives were then linked to poly[ethylene...

Resource Type:

Dissertation

Full Text:

substantial portions of this work. Sincere thanks to Genevieve Hillis, Rob Keyser, Lindsay Corum and Amy