The structural appeal of metal–organic frameworks in antimicrobial applications

Diseases caused by microorganisms have significantly impacted public health. Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) and MOF-based materials with unique physical and chemical properties have shown promise as candidates for potent antimicrobial agents. In this review, the structural characteristics of MOFs that are demonstrated to be the main structural determinants in microorganism inactivation are discussed, with a particular focus on the type(s) of...