Fibers, originating from nature and mastered by human, have woven their way throughout
the entire history of human civilization. Recent developments in semiconducting polymer …

Medicinal plants are the product of natural drug discoveries and have gained traction due to
their pharmacological activities. Pathogens are everywhere, and they thrive in ideal …

In the present contribution, two nationwide surveys of personal protective equipment (PPE)
pollution were conducted in Peru and Argentina aiming to provide valuable information …

Textiles have been used in our daily life since antiquity in both economies and social
relationships. Nowadays, there has never been a greater desire for intelligent materials …

The control of microbial infection transmission often relies on the utilization of synthetic and
metal-based antimicrobial agents. However, their non-biodegradability and inadequate …

The purpose of this work is to offer a novel approach to designing multifunctional technical
cotton textiles by coating them with smart bio-materials. Two different ternary …

Countries around the world have sought efficient protective coverings, including masks,
gowns, and fabrics, for air purification to protect people against infectious diseases …

Recent interests of scientists in the natural dyes for not only textile colouration but also clean
production of functional fabric materials, has led to the development and application of …

The most important uses of old fabrics include clothing, mummification, and bookbinding.
However, because they are predominantly constructed of natural materials, they are …

The United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development has created more pressure
on countries and society at large for the development of alternative solutions for synthetic …