Evaluation of the biological activity of the prepared nonionic polymeric based on the acrylated polyethylene glycol

Abstract

Abstract Nonionic polymeric surfactants were prepared by acrylated of poly (ethylene glycol) (PEG) esterfied with oleic or palmitic acid. The unique structural features of these polymeric surfactants were investigated by using Fourier transformer infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The surface tension at different temperatures of these compounds was investigated. The surface parameters including critical micelle concentration (CMC), maximum surface excess (Γmax), minimum surface area (Amin), efficiency (Pc20) and effectiveness (πCMC) were studied and calculated. The biological activity of these prepared compounds was evaluated and determined via the inhibition zone diameter against different microorganisms. From the outcomes, it was noticed that these compounds possess superior surface properties and perfect antimicrobial action.