1. The document discusses nanostructured polymer projects being conducted by the CCNP department, including developing antimicrobial systems for various applications and encapsulating chemically bound biocides in polymer matrices. 2. Research is being done on the antimicrobial activity of polymer nanodispersions against bacteria and fungi. Tests were conducted on fungal mixtures and samples were able to eliminate fungal growth. 3. Other projects discussed include developing antimicrobial paint for metal substrates using an active ion complex, preparing and modifying nanoparticles for various uses, developing carbon nano-structures and hybrid composites, and researching magnetic nanoparticles for medical applications such as cancer diagnosis and therapy.

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Nanostructured PolymersDepartment CCNP-Current activity

2. CCNP - Environmentally friendly highly effective
polymeric antimicrobial agents for industrial
applications
- R&D and commercialization of innovative antimicrobial systems for
plastics, coatings, cosmetics and textiles.
- Encapsulation of chemically bound biocides.
- Antimicrobial agent is a component of a polymer matrix.
- Use of compounds, which have antimicrobial properties such as photo
catalysts in both daylight and indoor light, but which on their own are
totally non-toxic.
- Preparation and optimization of silver particles for use in polymers, usage
of permanent fixation of such particles on polymeric surfaces.
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3. Antimicrobial Activity of Polymer Nanodispersions
against Bacteria and Fungi
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Culture Collection of Fungi, Prague, CZ: a mixed population of Aspergillus brasiliensis and Penicillium chrysogenum (AbPc),
The environment – the roof of a building: a mixed population of fungi (mpf)
Current condition of the roof
Target condition of the roof
Fungal growth on samples of encapsulated nanodispersion biocidal systems
Antimicrobial activity of polymer nanodispersion against
Fungi

4. Antimicrobial Activity of Polymer Nanodispersions
against Bacteria and Fungi
Klanova, K., Horalek, J. Antimicrobial Activity of Polymer Nanodispersion Systems against Bacteria
and Fungi. Journal of Nanomedicine & Nanotechnology, 2013, Vol. 4, No. 6, p. 212.
Impact factor (IF) = 4,58, Index Copernicus Values (ICF) = 4,22
3rd International Conference on Nanotek & Expo, December 2-4.2013, Las Vegas, USA.
Klánová, K., Horálek, J. Testing Biocidal Polymers for the Preparation of Paints and Varnishes for
Protection against the Biodeterioration Process. XVI International Biodeterioration and
Biodegradation Symposium, 3.-5.9.2014, Lodž, Poland.
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5. CCNP - Antimicrobial paint for metal substrates on
the basis of an active ion complex
Aim of the project is R&D, process development and manufacturing
generation of antimicrobial varnishes.
The antimicrobial varnish is intended for metal surfaces where elimination of
infection agents is required, e.g. in the health care and the food industry.
Cooperation with The Technical University of Liberec (TUL)
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6. CCNP - Nanoparticles preparation
and modification
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Preparation of different types of nanoparticles and processes for
using these in various polymeric binders
- Synthesis and targeted modification of ZnO nanoparticles
- UVB and UVA protection
- Antimicrobial protection
- Composite materials protected against corrosion caused by zinc oxide
- Synthesis and targeted modification of TiO2 nanoparticles
- Nanoparticle Dispersions for high RI Optical Lens
20 wt% solution of
nanoparticles in
solvent
Clay nanoparticles coated
with nano ZnO
AFM of sample nano ZnO
in alkyd resin

7. CCNP - Carbon nano-structures
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- Hybrid composites - Development of unique hybrid composites and adhesives
with outstanding mechanical properties and with improved high temperature
resistance as well as with electrical conductivity for applications in aircraft and
aerospace and for manufacturing / bonding sensors.
- Conductive inks based on modified nanocarbon structures -Formulation of
inks and printing systems suitable for production of conductive circuits and
antistatic components, which will be based on functionalised nano-carbon
structures.
Cooperation with The Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague (ICT)
TEM - The thermal reduction of graphite oxide

8. CCNP- Bioapplication
New magnetic nanoparticles for diagnosis and therapy in oncology
Cooperation with Institute of Physics ASCR, Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague (ICT),
UEM, IKEM
Nanoparticles of Perovskite - La0.75Sr0.25MnO3
Excellent magnetic properties: Huge relaxivity, High heating output, Low Curie temperature
Medicine applications: magnetic resonance imaging (contrast medium), magnetic fluid
hyperthermia (tumor destruction)
Presentation
Dědourková T., Pollert P., Veverka P., Veverka M., Herynek V., Jendelová P., Zelenka J.,
Navrátil M.: New magnetic nanoparticles for diagnostic and therapy in oncology.
EuroNanoForum 2013, Dublin, Ireland, 18.-20. 6. 2013.
Dědourková T., Zelenka J., Pollert E., Veverka M., Veverka P., Herynek V., Jendelová P.,
Svoboda L.: Adjustment of synthesis of manganese perovskite magnetic nanoparticles for
industrial production. Nanocon 2013, Brno, 16-18. 10. 2013, Conference proceedings str. 110.
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9. CCNP- Nanoparticles of Perovskite -
La0.75Sr0.25MnO3
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Modification of perovskite using fluorescein
isothiocyanate (FITC).
(fluorescence microscope)
Surface modification of encapsulated nanoparticles
biocompatible and bioactive surface Thermoablation in vivo

10. CCNP-UV absorber chemically incorporated
into the polymer matrix.
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Acrylic copolymer coatings for protection against UV rays
New acrylic copolymers with UV-absorbing groups (derivates of benzotriazole) bonded
in macromolecular chains. These polymers are highly suitable as a material for UV
protective coating of artifacts sensitive to natural and/or artificial UV light. Bisphenol-A
epoxy resin was used as a test substrate with low resistance to UV radiation.
This copolymer is now commercially available.