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High-Entropy Alloy Janus Artificial Enzymes for pH-Gated Sequential Redox Therapy of Drug-Resistant Bacterial Infection

C. Han, Y. Wang, S. Gao, T. Wang, H. Du, J. Long, W. Tian, M. Adeli, Z. Liu*, L. Cheng*, C. Cheng – 2026

Drug-resistant bacterial infections in chronic wounds remain a critical challenge, particularly under persistent inflammation. Here, we report the de novo design of high-entropy alloy (HEA, PtFeCuCoNi)-based Janus artificial enzymes with pH-gated redox biocatalysis for sequential antibacterial and repair functions. The multi-metal synergy stabilizes the d-band center, allowing acidic oxidase/peroxidase-like activity and neutral antioxidase-like activity. In infection, the enzymes generate bactericidal reactive oxygen species (ROS) to eliminate methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and biofilms at ultralow concentrations (8 μg/mL). During healing, they scavenge ROS, alleviate oxidative injury and support cellular proliferation. In MRSA-infected wounds, this dual-action system clears bacteria and then accelerates regeneration through enhanced neovascularization and matrix remodeling. Mechanistic analyses reveal PFKFB3-mediated metabolic reprogramming, suppression of pro-inflammatory cytokines, and macrophage polarization toward the M2 phenotype. Integrating pH-gated antimicrobial and immunomodulatory repair within one nanoplatform, this strategy addresses the conflicting demands of infection control and tissue healing.

Title
High-Entropy Alloy Janus Artificial Enzymes for pH-Gated Sequential Redox Therapy of Drug-Resistant Bacterial Infection
Author
C. Han, Y. Wang, S. Gao, T. Wang, H. Du, J. Long, W. Tian, M. Adeli, Z. Liu*, L. Cheng*, C. Cheng
Date
2026
Citation
Nat Commun, 2026, 17, 1266.
Type
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