Graphene kills harmful bacteria “superbugs” but spares human

Graphene oxide destroys harmful bacteria while sparing human cells

Graphene oxide, an ultra-thin carbon material, can kill drug-resistant bacteria while leaving human cells untouched. It works by targeting molecules unique to bacterial membranes, giving it a precision that traditional antibiotics lack. This discovery could lead to new treatments for infections that don't respond to standard antibiotics and may also speed up wound healing.