By using Zwitterion coated materials, we aim to decrease the risk of blood clots and increase the lifespan of heart valves and other medical implants,” says Dr Naficy, from the University’s School of ...

Scientists at the University of Sydney are developing a zwitterionic coating, that can be used on medical devices and implants like heart valves and stents to prevent blood clotting. Zwitterions ...

The zwitterionic polyelectrolytes (PMPC, PMAES, PMAPS and PMABS) showed the most significant inhibition of mussel larvae settlement, followed by more modest inhibition by the cationic ...

The study was published in Cell Biomaterials. A spiral painted in a Zwitterionic coating is revealed after it is dipped in water with food dye. Image Credit: University of Sydney Zwitterions are a ...