Antimicrobial
03/09/2018 / By David Williams
Copper-infused hospital clothing could reduce risk of infection outbreaks, research finds
It is likely that you come across many different sources of bacteria as you go about your life every single day. Fortunately, your immune system is working hard in the background to prevent you from catching most diseases caused by bacteria and viruses. Doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals face the exact same problems that […]
02/28/2018 / By Edsel Cook
Innovative new antimicrobial adhesive uses essential oils to reduce bacterial infection risk in Europe’s hospitals
A group of European researchers will be harnessing the natural antibacterial properties of essential oils. Their goal is to create an adhesive antimicrobial film that could prevent deadly infections in hospitals, reported an Alpha Galileo article. Their efforts are part of the “Antimicrobial FLEXibal POLymers for its use in hospital environments” (FLEXPOL project), which is funded by the European Commission and […]
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