Occupational exposure of the skin to toxic chemicals is a recognized health problem so chemical protective clothing is considered the most important line of defense to the worker who is exposed to the hazardous chemicals. ...

In the present research enhancing the antibacterial activity of cellulosic fabrics printed with reactive dyes was achieved through combined reactive printing and beta CD loading in one step followed by subsequent treatment ...

It is common that the measurements of any human Figure are differing from the others with same size. Based on the parameters of flat curves and measurements of the flat pattern, using the parabola curves as stating points ...

Biomimicry is an applied science that derives inspiration for solutions to human problems through the study of natural designs, processes and systems. The widespread and practical application of biomimicry as a design ...

There is an urgent need to reduce the environmental impacts of textile wet processes taking in consideration product and environmental quality as well as economic concerns. Substitution of hazardous chemicals at the source ...

This study investigated differences in colour preferences associated with academic field of study. This is because it is believed that educational background has an impact on personality traits affecting individual choices ...

The objective of this study is to establish a single-stage process for anionic dyeing and easy-care finishing of wool/viscose (60/40) and cotton/wool (70/30) blended fabrics. Optimum conditions for maximizing dyeability ...

A novel approach for attaining reactive Cotton/wool and Viscose/wool prints with outstanding UV-protection functions was achieved via inclusion of certain UV-absorbers namely 4-hydroxybenzophenone and UV-SUN (R) or UV-blockers ...

We all need to create a healing and peaceful atmosphere around ourselves. The colors in the homes and surroundings affect our physical, emotional, and mental health. By carefully choosing the colors that surround us we are ...

Recently, increasing demands for high quality, high value-added, durable, safe and eco-friendly functional cellulose/wool blended fabrics have stimulated intensive research and development efforts. Therefore, the main goal ...