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Spanish researchers unveil self-disinfecting fabric

Original: A self-disinfecting fabric eliminates bacteria, fungi and viruses

Researchers at the Universitat Politècnica de València in Spain have developed a self-disinfecting fabric that eliminates bacteria, fungi and viruses on contact. The material could be used in hospitals, protective equipment and everyday textiles, drawing interest amid ongoing concern over infections and pandemic preparedness. Commenters are discussing how effective and practical the technology may be in real-world settings.

Why now: Renewed attention to infection control and pandemic preparedness has made antimicrobial material breakthroughs widely discussed.

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