Synthesis of phenolic precursor-based porous carbon beads in situ dispersed with copper-silver bimetal nanoparticles for antibacterial applications

- Cu and Ag Nps incorporated in situ in phenolic resin beads during polymerization.
- Uniform and significant metal loading in the carbonized and activated beads.
- Partial replacement of expensive Ag Nps with inexpensive Cu Nps.
- Prepared materials applied as an effective antibacterial agent.