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Microencapsulation for improved mosquitoes' repellent efficacy of cotton fabrics
(IOP Publishing Ltd, 2020-04-01)
In recent years, mosquitoes that can transfer viruses causing vector-borne diseases,
such as dengue fever, chikungunya, Zika and West Nile virus have dramatically increased and
reached Europe. In 2018, a higher number ...
The role of textiles as fomites in the healthcare environment: A review of the infection control risk
(PeerJ, 2020-07-31)
Background. Infectious diseases are a significant threat in both healthcare and community settings. Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) in particular are a leading cause of complications during hospitalisation. ...
Stability of Model Human Coronaviruses on a Range of Textile Fibre Types
(ESCMID, 2020-09-23)
Previous research indicates that SARS-CoV-2 persists on stainless steel and plastic for 72 hours to 7 days and appears to be less stable on porous surfaces. However, there is limited research on the stability of coronaviruses ...
From formulation to in vivo model: A comprehensive study of a synergistic relationship between vancomycin, carvacrol and cuminaldehyde against Enterococcus faecium
(Wiley, 2020-02-11)
Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus faecium (VRE) has become endemic in healthcare settings, reducing treatment options for enterococcal infections. New antimicrobials for VRE infections are a high priority, but the development ...
Development of a Silver-Based Dual-Function Antimicrobial Laundry Additive and Textile Coating for the Decontamination of Healthcare Laundry
(Wiley, 2020-09-11)
Aims: To repurpose a silver-based antimicrobial textile coating product (Micro-Fresh 1911) as a dual-function antimicrobial laundry additive and textile coating.
Methods and Results: Survival of Escherichia coli or ...
