This study investigates the synergistic effect of electric field treatment (EFT) and copper for bacteria inactivation using a lab-on-a-chip device. In situ, single-cell level observations demonstrate enhanced bacterial inactivation, with EFT weakening bacteria and increasing their susceptibility to copper ion permeation. This synergistic effect is visually confirmed, paving the way for further development and application of this technology.
Publisher
Nature Communications
Published On
Feb 14, 2024
Authors
Mourin Jarin, Ting Wang, Xing Xie
Tags
electric field treatment
bacteria inactivation
copper
lab-on-a-chip
synergistic effect
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