Copper nanoparticles in glycerol-polyvinyl alcohol matrix: In situ preparation, stabilisation and antimicrobial activity

Furthermore, we proved the application potential of the new nanocomposite as catalyst in copper catalyzed Huisgen 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition of azide and alkyne (frequently used in click-chemistry). In addition, antibacterial tests have proven inhibition of bacterial growth of both Gram-negative (Escherichia coli) and Gram-positive (Enterococcus faecalis) bacteria in the presence of the nanocomposite.