Graphene Oxide Kills Bacteria, Spares Human Cells
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- Graphene Oxide: binds selectively to bacterial POPG, destroying cells while leaving human cells intact.
- KAIST: researchers led by Prof. Sang Ouk Kim and Prof. Hyun Jung Chung revealed the mechanism in a 2026 study.
- GO nanofibers: halted growth of drug‑resistant superbugs and sped wound healing in animal models.
- GO‑coated cloth: kept antibacterial efficacy after multiple washes, suggesting practical durability for everyday items.
Why it matters: Not enough in the article to say why this matters.
