Graphene Oxide (GO) and its Ability to Detect and Capture Bacteria and Viruses

Abstract

In recent years, the development of research into nanomaterials has increased the number of their various applications in almost all possible areas, from electrodes to membranes to sports equipment and clothing. Graphene, graphene oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO) are becoming more and more popular mainly due to their extraordinary properties and structure. This contribution summarises the possible use of graphene oxide to capture bacteria and viruses and other potential applications, especially with regard to the ongoing coronavirus crisis.