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A novel antibacterial surgical face mask with green synthesized Zinc Oxide nanoparticles and Azadirachta Indica extract

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Photopolymerizable, Universal Antimicrobial Coating to Produce High-Performing, Multifunctional Face Masks

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Is atomic layer deposition of silver possible on N95 masks?

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Brown Cotton Fibers Self-Produce Ag Nanoparticles for Regenerating Their Antimicrobial Surfaces

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Coupling Cu-MOF and Flexible Wood as Active Antimicrobial Membrane

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A green approach for the preparation of antibacterial polylactide fabric via radiation-induced graft polymerization and copper complexation

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In vitro testing of salt coating of fabrics as a potential antiviral agent in reusable face masks

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Assessing temporal correlation in environmental risk factors to design efficient area-specific COVID-19 regulations: Delhi based case study

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Performance Comparison of Single and Double Masks: Filtration Efficiencies, Breathing Resistance and CO2 Content

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Review on benefits, toxicity, challenges, and future of graphene-based face masks in the prevention of COVID-19 pandemic

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3D Printed Cobalt-Chromium-Molybdenum Porous Superalloy with Superior Antiviral Activity

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Advances in Nanoarchitectonics of Antimicrobial Tiles and a Quest for Anti-SARS-CoV-2 Tiles

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Chemical-analytical characterization and leaching of heavy metals associated with nanoparticles and microplastics from commercial face masks and the abundance of personal protective equipment (PPE) waste in three metropolitan cities of South America

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An Anti-Infective Polymer Coating to Reduce Surface Transmission of Pathogens on Personal Protective Equipment

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Production of antimicrobial, natural, and reusable material for stitching eco-friendly, extra-protective face masks

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Enhanced Medical and Community Face Masks with Antimicrobial Properties: A Systematic Review

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Development of sustainable, cost effective foam finishing approach for cellulosic textile employing succinic acid/xylitol crosslinking system

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The advanced electrospinning and 3D platform for designing the personal protective masks

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Self-Powered Protective Face Mask Enabled by the Ag-PP/ePTFE Functional Layer with Synergistic Pulsed Electric Field and Chemical Sterilization

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Revealing the Potential Effects and Risk of Microplastics from Face Mask on Human Health and Environment: A interlink Review on COVID-19 and Particulate Matter (PM2.5)

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