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Novel textile dyeing process: The use of natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES)
Vieira, Bárbara Marques; Silva, Carla Manuela Costa; Silva, C.; Zille, Andrea[Excerpt] Textile dyeing is recognized for its substantial environmental impact [1, 2]. In response to this challenge, there is an increasing focus on eco-friendly alternatives, including the use of natural dyes derived from plants that not only provide coloration, but also impart unique functional properties to textiles[3]. However, these types of dyes typically exhibit poor color fastness when exposed to wash...
Antimicrobial activity of a bacterial nanocellulose film functionalized with Ni...
Melro, Liliana Sofia Silva Ferreira Pinto; Tavares, Tânia Daniela Eugénio; Padrão, Jorge; Dourado, Fernando; Gama, F. M.; Silva, Carla Manuela CostaBurn wounds can lead to numerous severe complications including bacterial infections causing patient morbidity and mortality, mostly in low- and middle-income countries. The considerable increase of the microbial resistance against traditional antibiotics is leading towards alternative strategies to treat bacterial infections. Nisin Z is an antimicrobial peptide which exhibits a significant antibacterial activi...