 This research combines two existing technologies, GA-based liquid metals and vancomycin, to create a new antimicrobial agent that is more effective than either technology alone. The combination of the two technologies allows for greater targeted antimicrobial activity, as well as improved photothermal conversion capabilities when exposed to near-infrared light. This novel antimicrobial agent could have significant implications for the treatment of infectious diseases. This article was authored by Bo Wang, Sin Chen, Xiyang Sun, and others.