Cellulose-based fabrics are ubiquitous in our daily lives. They are the preferred choice for
bedding materials, active sportswear, and next-to-skin apparels. However, the hydrophilic …

Nosocomial infections or healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are acquired under
medical care in healthcare facilities. In hospital environments, the transmission of infectious …

The hospital environment represents an important mediator for the transmission of
healthcare-associated infections through direct and indirect hand contact with hard surfaces …

Polymer-based textiles have a major impact on human well-being, as they provide the
desired functional protection and aesthetic comfort when worn. However, natural and …

In the present work, a pigment-binder recipe was created by adding micro/nano-sized
Molybdenum disulfide (MoS 2) particles in two distinct concentrations of 10% and 5% to an …

Calcium fluoride (CaF 2) nanoparticles were combined with a stock paste consisting of
crosslinkable acrylate copolymer. Screen printing technique was used for coating the …

Evaporative cooling systems are gaining popularity due to their environmental benefits,
particularly in reducing energy consumption and utilizing air (R-729) and water (R-718) as …

Microplastics have littered the globe, with synthetic fibers being the largest source of
atmospheric microplastics. Many atmospheric particles can act as ice nucleators, thereby …

Textiles with efficient moisture management provide a comfortable microenvironment for
human body. However, little attention has been paid to sweat-induced bacterial growth …

Introduction: Living materials (biohybrids, textile-microbial hybrids, hybrid living materials)
have gained much attention in recent years with enormous potential for applications in …