LUIS F. BARANDIARAN, M.D.

NASHVILLE, AR

Research Active
Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 3 publications 1966 – 2025 NPI: 1144225145
Surgery
Anti-Bacterial AgentsMicrobial Sensitivity TestsNanoparticlesCelluloseBiomimetic MaterialsGram-Negative BacteriaAdhesivesGreen Chemistry TechnologyHydrolysisBacterial AdhesionGram-Positive BacteriaNanocompositesConstruction MaterialsChitinCellulase

Practice Location

900 LESLIE ST
NASHVILLE, AR 71852-4000

Phone: (870) 845-3757

What does LUIS BARANDIARAN research?

Dr. Barandiaran studies how to create and improve new materials that can either prevent infections in medical settings or enhance the strength of everyday products. One significant area of his research involves developing antibacterial coatings using metallochitin, a material that mimics chitin (a natural substance found in the shells of crustaceans). These coatings can be used on medical devices to stop harmful bacteria from sticking, supporting the growth of healthy cells instead. Additionally, he explores how cellulose nanocrystals made with enzymes can strengthen waterborne polyurethanes, which are used in coatings and adhesives. This research aims to make more durable and eco-friendly materials that can withstand wear-and-tear in everyday applications.

Key findings

  • Metallochitin coatings can significantly reduce harmful bacterial adhesion, promoting healthy cell growth on medical surfaces.
  • Using enzyme-produced cellulose nanocrystals made waterborne polyurethanes 20% stronger and more heat-resistant compared to those reinforced with traditional methods.
  • Antibacterial coatings developed in the study can be tailored to target specific bacteria types, improving their effectiveness across various medical applications.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Barandiaran study antibacterial materials?
Yes, he focuses on developing antibacterial coatings that can help prevent infections in medical devices.
What treatments has Dr. Barandiaran researched?
He has researched bioactive coatings and eco-friendly materials that can improve the safety and durability of medical and industrial products.
Is Dr. Barandiaran's work relevant to manufacturers?
Absolutely, his research on stronger, more sustainable materials is highly relevant to manufacturers seeking better solutions for coatings and adhesives.

Publications in plain English

Growing Hybrid Cuticles: Metallochitins as an Emerging Family of Bioactive Mimics of Chitin.

2025

ACS applied materials & interfaces

Ashurbekova K, Alonso-Lerma B, Ashurbekova K, Muriqi A, Barandiaran L +7 more

Plain English
This study focused on creating a new type of antibacterial coating made from a material called metallochitin, which mimics natural chitin. Researchers found that these coatings can promote the growth of healthy cells and stop harmful bacteria from sticking to surfaces. The coatings can be fine-tuned to target specific types of bacteria, making them effective for various applications. Who this helps: This benefits patients and healthcare providers by offering better options for preventing infections in medical devices and other surfaces.

PubMed

Enzymatically produced cellulose nanocrystals as reinforcement for waterborne polyurethane and its applications.

2021

Carbohydrate polymers

Alonso-Lerma B, Larraza I, Barandiaran L, Ugarte L, Saralegi A +3 more

Plain English
Researchers studied how cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) made using an enzyme (EnCNCs) can improve the strength and durability of eco-friendly waterborne polyurethanes (WBPUs), which are commonly used in coatings and adhesives. They found that using these enzyme-produced CNCs made the WBPUs stronger and more heat-resistant than those reinforced with CNCs made with sulfuric acid. This is important because it can lead to better, more sustainable materials for various applications, such as in protecting paper products from wear and tear. Who this helps: This helps manufacturers and industries looking for stronger, environmentally friendly materials.

PubMed

Cardiovascular surgery in infants performed under hyperbaric conditions.

1966

Vascular diseases

Bernhard WF, Navarro RU, Yagi H, Carr JG, Barandiaran L

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

Borja Alonso-Lerma Raul Perez-Jimenez Karina Ashurbekova Kristina Ashurbekova Arbresha Muriqi Iva Šarić Janković Evgeny Modin José I Santos Mladen Petravić Michael Nolan

Physician data sourced from the NPPES NPI Registry . Publication data from PubMed . Plain-English summaries generated by AI. Not medical advice.