By 5D on Tuesday, 07 July 2020
Category: Blog

5D Secure NBIC Grant With Unilever Plc and The University of Liverpool For Biofilm Innovations

To incorporate a quorum sensing blocker (lactams) into wound dressing platforms to control biofilms


The general aim of this proof of concept of study is to develop and evaluate a pioneering wound dressing to be used as a new, smart technology for the effective management of biofilms in wounds, which has the potential to greatly enhance patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.

Collaboration between 5D, The University of Liverpool, Penrhos Bio and Unilever