RELIANCE is addressing the growing need for an innovative holistic solution of smart response antimicrobial nanocoatings that are highly effective and safe, removing bacteria, fungi and viruses in a more efficient cost/performance ratio than the presently used petrochemical-based ones.

RELIANCE’s ambitious objective will be achieved through a new range of antimicrobial copper doped mesoporous silica nanoparticles (Cu-SMIN) modified with non-toxic bioactives, functionalized to allow them to have a smart response with temperature or pH changes.

1 June 2022 – 31 May 2026