Masks, gowns, and other personal protective equipment (PPE) are essential for protecting healthcare workers. However, the textiles and materials used in such items can absorb and carry viruses and ...

Researchers have created a textile coating that can not only repel liquids like blood and saliva but can also prevent viruses from adhering to the surface. Masks, gowns, and other personal protective ...

Hospitals are meant to heal people, but there’s an increasing risk of patients picking up a superbug or two during their stay. Scientists have now developed long-lasting antimicrobial coatings for ...

CHICAGO, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The report "Textile Coatings Market by Type (Thermoplastic, Thermoset), End-use Industry (Transportation, Building & Construction, Protective Clothing, ...

A new $3.4 million research and development project at Deakin University is being hailed as a major step forward in developing innovative technologies for the textile industry. The three-year project ...