Antimicrobial approaches for textiles: from research to market

DS Morais, RM Guedes, MA Lopes - Materials, 2016 - mdpi.com
The large surface area and ability to retain moisture of textile structures enable
microorganisms' growth, which causes a range of undesirable effects, not only on the textile …

Recent developments in sustainable finishing of cellulosic textiles employing biotechnology

BM Eid, NA Ibrahim - Journal of Cleaner Production, 2021 - Elsevier
The conventional chemical processing of cellulose-based textiles comprises the following
sequential steps: pretreatment, coloration, and chemical finishing processes to impart the …

A comprehensive review of phytochemical profile, bioactives for pharmaceuticals, and pharmacological attributes of Azadirachta indica

S Saleem, G Muhammad, MA Hussain… - Phytotherapy …, 2018 - Wiley Online Library
Azadirachta indica L. is a multipurpose medicinal tree of family Meliaceae. It occurs in
tropical and semitropical regions of the world. Different parts of this miraculous tree are used …

GC–MS, quantum mechanics calculation and the antifungal activity of river red gum essential oil when applied to four natural textiles

AS Taha, IHM Ibrahim, WAA Abo-Elgat… - Scientific Reports, 2023 - nature.com
The most important uses of old fabrics include clothing, mummification, and bookbinding.
However, because they are predominantly constructed of natural materials, they are …

Development of antibacterial and antifouling innovative and eco-sustainable sol–gel based materials: From marine areas protection to healthcare applications

I Ielo, F Giacobello, A Castellano, S Sfameni, G Rando… - Gels, 2021 - mdpi.com
Bacterial colonization of surfaces is the leading cause of deterioration and contaminations.
Fouling and bacterial settlement led to damaged coatings, allowing microorganisms to …

Coloration and multi-functionalization of cotton fabrics using different combinations of aqueous natural plant extracts of onion peel, turmeric root, and pomegranate …

MM Rahman, J Koh, KH Hong - Industrial Crops and Products, 2022 - Elsevier
Increasing popular interest in health and hygiene has amplified the demand for natural plant-
based extracts in textile applications. To enable functionalization, aqueous extracts of …

Functional Applications of Aloe vera on Textiles: A Review

MIH Mondal, J Saha, MA Rahman - Journal of Polymers and the …, 2021 - Springer
Aloe vera is one of the oldest medicinal plants in human history. It exhibits 200 or more
different biologically-active substances and has attracted many researchers into its potential …

Antimicrobial, UV Resistant and Thermal Comfort Properties of Chitosan- and Aloe vera-Modified Cotton Woven Fabric

MIH Mondal, J Saha - Journal of Polymers and the Environment, 2019 - Springer
Health and hygiene are the primary obligations for human beings to live comfortably and
work with maximum safety. The aim of the present work is to develop environmentally …

Green chemistry: its opportunities and challenges in colouration and chemical finishing of textiles

A Raj, A Chowdhury, SW Ali - Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 2022 - Elsevier
Green chemistry is a discipline that can be applied across various stages in the production
and processing of textiles. This article attempts to study the varied applications of green …

[BOOK][B] Antimicrobial textiles from natural resources

MIH Mondal - 2021 - books.google.com
The textile industry is focused in its search for alternative green fibres with the aim of
providing high-quality products which are fully recyclable and biodegradable. Natural textile …