Generation and characterisation of gallium titanate surfaces through hydrothermal ion-exchange processes

Infection negation and biofilm prevention are necessary developments needed for implant materials. Furthermore, an increase in publications regarding gallium (Ga) as an antimicrobial ion has resulted in bacterial-inhibitory surfaces incorporating gallium as opposed to silver (Ag). The authors presen...

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Main Authors: Matthew D. Wadge, Bryan W. Stuart, Kathryn G. Thomas, David M. Grant
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2018-10-01
Series:Materials & Design
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0264127518304453