The Role of Nanotechnology in Microbiology: A Scientific Revolution in Antimicrobial Treatments

Role of Nanotechnology in Antimicrobial

Section: Review Article
Issue
Vol. 35 No. 4 (2026): Volume 35, Issue 4
Pages
8-24

Abstract

This work discusses the relationship between microbiology and nanotechnology, exploring their applications and impact across various fields, including medicine, agriculture, and industry. It examines the properties and structure of nanoparticles, their effects, and the most effective antibacterial nanomaterials. The paper also discusses the general mechanisms of action of these particles, including their role in stimulating ion release, oxidative and non-oxidative processes, and their intracellular functions, specifically their ability to inhibit, kill, or limit bacterial growth. Furthermore, it addresses the advantages and disadvantages of nanoparticles, despite promising results in many recent studies, and the potential concerns arising from their use in diverse fields and their environmental impact. Despite the excessive costs involved, the development of nanotechnology and nanoengineering points to a promising future. In addition, the effectiveness of alternative and natural treatments such as honey and essential oils, and the integration of nanoparticles with them to increase their effectiveness and biological activity to eliminate disease-causing bacteria, will be discussed.

Keywords:

Nanoparticles, Microorganisms, Antibiotics, Applications, Toxicity

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Authors

Riyam Hasan Tuama

National Diabetes Center, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq.

Musaab Mohammed Alsammarraie

2Ministry of Health, Tikrit Teaching Hospital, Salah Al-Din, Iraq

Rafea Q. Meteab

College of Nursing, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq.

Thair Radhi Bader

College of Nursing, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq.

Marwa Ali Hadi

College of Nursing, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq.

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DOI: 10.33899/jes.v35i4.61548

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“The Role of Nanotechnology in Microbiology: A Scientific Revolution in Antimicrobial Treatments: Role of Nanotechnology in Antimicrobial”, JES, vol. 35, no. 4, pp. 8–24, Oct. 2026, doi: 10.33899/jes.v35i4.61548.

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Riyam Hasan Tuama (National Diabetes Center, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq.)

PhD Microbiology

Musaab Mohammed Alsammarraie (2Ministry of Health, Tikrit Teaching Hospital, Salah Al-Din, Iraq)

MSc Microbiology

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“The Role of Nanotechnology in Microbiology: A Scientific Revolution in Antimicrobial Treatments: Role of Nanotechnology in Antimicrobial”, JES, vol. 35, no. 4, pp. 8–24, Oct. 2026, doi: 10.33899/jes.v35i4.61548.