Fabrication and evaluation of ZnO–Ag nanocomposites exhibiting enhanced antibacterial properties and their potential applications

In response to the pressing challenges in various fields, particularly healthcare and infection prevention, this research explores the synthesis, characterization, and assessment of ZnO–Ag nanocomposites for antibacterial properties. Employing a solvothermal method, silver nanoparticles were incorporated into hydrothermally synthesized zinc oxide nanorods, aiming to harness their synergistic antibacterial effects. The research systematically analyses the nanocomposites, unveiling their structural and compositional features. Antibacterial potential is evaluated through agar well diffusion assay, demonstrating increased efficacy against diverse bacteria. With implications extending to biomedical applications, these nanocomposites emerge as promising contenders for infection prevention in healthcare settings.