With
the
growing
demand
for
personal
protective
equipment
(PPE)
in
face
of
pandemic
events
caused
by
SARS-COV-2,
opportunity
arises
development
materials
with
characteristics
such
as
antimicrobial,
antiviral,
antifungal
activity,
etc.
The
use
polymeric
nanocomposites
based
on
polyester/copper
offers
an
alternative
great
interest
due
to
versatility
raw
material
and
high
efficiency
copper
antimicrobial
additive.
In
this
study,
textile
fibers
prototypes
different
Cu
nanoparticles
(CuNP)
content
were
produced
using
melt-spinning
obtain
bi-component
multifilament
fibers,
melt-blowing
non-woven
fabrics.
tested
against
pathogenic
microorganisms
S.
aureus,
E.
coli,
C.
albicans.
It
was
shown
that
offer
more
excellent
protection
pathogens,
while
fabric
only
shows
activity
coli.
possible
identify
CuNP
confined
exclusively
outer
cover
analytical
techniques,
which
may
be
associated
increase
compared
present
fabric,
even
when
they
same
content.
Advances in chemical and materials engineering book series,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 173 - 205
Published: Feb. 27, 2024
In
recent
years,
nanotechnology
has
found
significant
applications
in
the
textile
industry,
especially
development
of
cosmetotextiles.
This
chapter
explores
role
nanocoatings
enhancing
functional
and
sustainable
attributes
these
textiles.
Integrating
insights
from
materials
science,
sustainability,
cosmetic
technology,
offers
a
comprehensive
overview
current
nanocoating
techniques,
materials,
their
environmental
impacts.
Furthermore,
it
critically
evaluated
challenges
opportunities
implementing
within
cosmetotextiles
proposed
strategies
for
developing
eco-friendly
performing
lifecycle
analyses.
Consequently,
are
essential
improving
efficient,
offer
potential
future
research
commercial
use.
Key
directions
work
include
creation
biodegradable
nanomaterials,
conducting
toxicological
studies
to
ensure
user
safety,
adopting
circular
economy
principles
industry.
AATCC Journal of Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(2), P. 73 - 89
Published: Jan. 2, 2024
Antimicrobial
textiles
with
improved
functionality
have
a
wide
range
of
applications,
including
health
and
hygiene
products,
particularly
garments
worn
next
to
the
skin,
number
medical
infection
control
barrier
materials.
Furthermore,
these
are
used
in
household
materials,
air
filters,
food
packaging,
athletic
wear,
storage,
ventilation,
water
purification
systems.
Cotton-based
materials
hygienic
commonly
non-implantable
textile
products
such
as
lint,
gauze,
bandages,
wound
dressing,
sanitary
napkins.
In
terms
absorbency,
comfort,
durability,
cotton
fabric
outperform
standard
clothing
Several
studies
show
that
depending
on
type
components
present
plant
extract,
several
extracts
can
be
effective
against
both
Gram-positive
Gram-negative
bacteria.
As
result,
research
into
eco-friendly
antimicrobial
agents
their
application
various
is
gaining
worldwide
attention.
Plants
neem,
eucalyptus,
aloe
vera,
clove
contain
natural
compounds.
Extracts
finishing.
These
bioactive
substances
could
impart
properties
for
development
care
products.
This
review
focuses
derived
from
applications
finishing
healthcare
applications.
Emergent Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
7(3), P. 765 - 800
Published: Jan. 16, 2024
Abstract
The
filtration
of
airborne
particulate
matter
(PM)
and
aerosols
utilizing
nonwoven
fibrous
materials
has
received
significant
research
concern
due
to
the
continuing
global
pandemics,
especially
outbreak
coronavirus
disease
(COVID-19),
particularly
for
face
masks
as
a
measure
personal
protection.
Although
spun-bond
or
melt-blown
fabrics
are
among
pioneer
in
development
polymer
microfiber-based
air
filters
on
large
scale,
relatively
new
manufacturing
processes
like
electrospinning
solution
blow
spinning
(SBS)
gaining
momentum
manufacturers
filter
membranes.
high
performance
nanofiber
is
their
surface
area
volume
ratio
which
increases
interaction
between
PM
improves
electrostatic
charge
distribution
electret
filters,
allowing
enhanced
capture
capability
based
deposition.
Moreover,
small
diameter
nanofibrous
breathability
mask
by
providing
slip
effect,
turn
reduces
pressure
drop
through
membrane.
This
paper
provides
comprehensive
review
contemporary
advances
masks,
detailing
working
mechanism
involved,
reviewing
recent
experimental
studies,
discussing
improvements
efficiency
three
main
strategies,
including
mechanical
antimicrobial
functionality.
Furthermore,
prospective
introduced
considers
synergistic
combination
effects
mechanisms
designing
multifunctional
structure
that
can
efficiently
wide
range
with
higher
lower
drops
pressure.
New
trends
activity
smart
material-based
membranes
fight
against
infectious
agents
also
described.
Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(17), P. 4255 - 4255
Published: Aug. 28, 2024
Today,
smart
materials
are
commonly
used
in
various
fields
of
science
and
technology,
such
as
medicine,
electronics,
soft
robotics,
the
chemical
industry,
automotive
field,
many
others.
Smart
polymeric
hold
good
promise
for
future
due
to
their
endless
possibilities.
This
group
advanced
can
be
sensitive
changes
or
presence
chemical,
physical,
biological
stimuli,
e.g.,
light,
temperature,
pH,
magnetic/electric
pressure,
microorganisms,
bacteria,
viruses,
toxic
substances,
review
concerns
newest
achievements
area
materials.
The
recent
advances
designing
stimuli-responsive
polymers
described
this
paper.
Microbial Cell Factories,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
23(1)
Published: July 2, 2024
Abstract
Developing
special
textiles
(for
patients
in
hospitals
for
example)
properties,
antimicrobial
and
anticancer,
was
the
main
objective
of
current
work.
The
developed
were
produced
after
dyeing
by
novel
formula
natural
(non-environmental
toxic)
pigments
(melanin
amended
microbial-AgNPs).
Streptomyces
torulosus
isolate
OSh10
with
accession
number
KX753680.1
selected
as
a
superior
producer
brown
pigment.
By
optimization
processes,
some
different
pigment
colors
observed
growing
tested
strain
on
3
media.
Dextrose
malt
extract
enhanced
bacteria
to
produce
reddish-black
color.
However,
glycerol
carbon
source
NaNO
asparagine
nitrogen
noted
best
production
In
another
case,
starch
polysaccharide
deep
green
Peptone
are
sources
Microbial-AgNPs
Fusarium
oxysporum
size
7–21
nm,
shape
spherical.
These
nanoparticles
used
pigments-nanocomposite
improve
their
promising
properties.
nanocomposites
recorded
against
multidrug-resistant
pathogens.
new
nanocomposite
improved
pigments'
action
textile
had
anticancer
activity
skin
cancer
cells
non-cytotoxicity
detectable
normal
cells.
obtained
results
indicate
application
these
hospital
patients’
clothes.
Gels,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(6), P. 398 - 398
Published: June 13, 2024
Hospital-acquired
infections
are
considered
a
priority
for
public
health
systems,
which
poses
significant
burden
society.
High-touch
surfaces
of
healthcare
centers,
including
textiles,
provide
suitable
environment
pathogenic
bacteria
to
grow,
necessitating
incorporating
effective
antibacterial
agents
into
textiles.
This
paper
introduces
highly
durable
gel-like
solution,
Silver
Shell
finish,
contains
chitosan-bound
silver
chloride
microparticles.
The
study
investigates
the
coating's
environmental
impact,
risks,
and
durability
during
repeated
washing.
structure
finish
was
studied
using
Transmission
Electron
Microscopy
(TEM)
Energy-Dispersive
X-ray
Spectroscopy
(EDX).
TEM
images
showed
core-shell
structure,
with
chitosan
forming
protective
shell
around
groupings
micro-particles.
Field
Emission
Scanning
(FESEM)
demonstrated
uniform
deposition
on
surface
fabrics.
AATCC
Test
Method
100
employed
quantitatively
analyze
properties
fabrics
coated
Two
types
bacteria,
Staphylococcus
aureus
(S.
aureus)
Escherichia
coli
(E.
coli)
were
used
in
this
study.
results
that
after
75
wash
cycles,
100%
reduction
both
S.
E.
samples
crosslinking
observed.
without
agent
exhibited
99.88%
99.81%
50
washing
cycles.
AATCC-147
performed
investigate
samples'
leaching
agent's
effect
against
coli.
All
remarkable
efficacy
even
Journal of Engineered Fibers and Fabrics,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
20
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Textile
and
fiber
materials
lead
in
combination
with
nanomaterials
to
innovative
functional
products
of
high
scientific
interest.
However,
also
industrial
consumer
are
based
on
this
combination.
With
background,
the
current
review
presents
categorizes
different
respect
their
application
textiles.
The
main
goal
paper
is
present
its
possibilities
textiles
for
achievement
new
materials.
For
this,
several
types
presented
detail,
as
sol-gel
coatings,
effect
pigments,
electro
spinning
many
more.
Also,
a
view
applications
functionalities
given,
photoactivity,
luminescence,
antimicrobial
properties
etc.
Altogether
structural
supported
guiding
reader
through
topic
concerning
those
ACS Omega,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 28, 2025
Within
the
past
decade,
much
attention
has
been
drawn
to
antimicrobial
textiles
due
their
vast
potential
for
reducing
spread
of
infectious
diseases
and
improving
hygiene
standards
in
various
environments.
This
review
paper
discusses
recent
studies
on
preparation
methods,
modes
action,
effectiveness
against
different
microorganisms,
applications
diverse
industries.
It
examines
further
challenges,
including
durability,
environmental
impact,
regulatory
considerations,
looks
at
prospects
developing
integrating
these
novel
materials.
intends
provide
a
broad-based
understanding
state-of-the-art
technologies
emerging
trends
by
existing
knowledge
highlighting
advances
this
field
that
contribute
improved
public
health
safety.
Tekstilec,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 78 - 100
Published: March 26, 2024
Protective
textiles,
such
as
antiviral
and
antimicrobial
are
essential
for
daily
human
health
during
pandemics.
This
paper
focused
on
different
studies
of
bacteria,
the
classification
viruses
features,
antibacterial
agents,
manufacture
textiles
masks.
review
primarily
considered
representative
specifications
ideal
agents
compatible
with
textile
purposes.
