Journal of Textile Science & Engineering

Department of Textile Science and Technology, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, USA

Publications

• Mini Review   
  Alginates Purpose in Textile Antimicrobial Finishing
  Author(s): Maxwell Easte*
  
  Alginate, a natural polysaccharide derived from seaweed, plays a pivotal role in the antibacterial finishing of textiles, marking a significant advancement in the realm of functional textile treatments. This biopolymer possesses unique properties that make it an ideal candidate for incorporating antibacterial functionalities into textiles. One of the primary functions of alginate in antibacterial finishing is its ability to serve as a carrier for antimicrobial agents. Alginate can form stable complexes with a variety of antibacterial compounds, including metal nanoparticles and organic antimicrobial agents. This encapsulation not only protects the active agents from premature release but also facilitates their controlled and sustained release onto the textile surface. This controlled release mechanism ensures prolonged antibacterial efficacy, enhancing the durabili.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2165-8064.2023.13.562

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