Overview

RELIANCE is a Research and Innovation Action project funded by the EU that aims to design and develop smart response self-disinfectant antimicrobial nano-coatings based on a new range of smart antimicrobial nanoparticles. These nanoparticles will consist of mesoporous silica nanoparticles with metallic copper in their structure, modified with biobased bioactive compounds, such as Antimicrobial Peptides (AMP’s) based on protein containing waste streams, and Essential Oils (EOs) coming from non-edible plants. The antibacterial action of these additives will be adjusted to the specific application as far as dosages and durability requirements are concerned.