Mei-Hsiu Ho

Mrs. Mei-Hsiu Ho


Research Focus & Metrics

Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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30 December 2024 in Pathogens
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WCWei-Chuan Chen
Wei-Chuan Chen
MHMei-Hsiu Ho
Mei-Hsiu Ho
SYShin-Huan Yuan
Shin-Huan Yuan
HCHui Wen Chou
Hui Wen Chou
CCChi-chuan Chang
Chi-chuan Chang
Yusen Eason LinYusen Eason Lin
Yusen Eason Lin
Microorganisms, including pathogens that cause skin, respiratory, and urinary tract infections, are widespread in our environment. Despite routine cleaning with bleach and disinfectants, the transmission of pathogens still occurs, leading to potential infectious diseases. This study aimed to determine the antibacterial effect of two coating formulas against common environmental pathogens like Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Salmonella sp., vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium, and Klebsiella pneumoniae. The antibacterial coatings exhibited efficacy against these pathogens, with a bacterial reduction rate (R) greater than two, even after prolonged bleach cleaning. However, UV exposure may affect the efficacy of such coatings. The antibacterial coatings can eliminate the need for repetitive consumption of toxic detergents and reduce cleaning manpower, making them an environmentally friendly product for safety control and infection prevention.