Investigating the potent antimicrobial properties of a supramolecular Zn(ii)-metallogel formed from an isophthalic acid-based low molecular weight gelator.

ABSTRACT: A zinc(ii)-based metallogel was synthesized using isophthalic acid as a gelator in N,N-dimethylformamide at room temperature. The gel formation was confirmed by FT-IR spectroscopy, revealing coordination interactions responsible for network assembly. Rheological studies demonstrated the mechanical robustness and stability of the Zn(ii)-metallogel under various conditions. Field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) mapping analyses revealed a well-defined microstructure and uniform elemental distribution, providing insight into its morphology and composition. Antimicrobial evaluations showed notable inhibitory effects against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial strains, underlining the metallogel's broad-spectrum efficacy.

SUBMITTER: Dhibar S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12319535 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature