COVID-19
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Indo-U.S. Collaboration Shows Value of Face Masks in Curbing COVID-19 Spread
A recent collaboration between Texas Tech University and a student from Bengaluru, India has shown that the mask mandate in…
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Face Masks Helping Enable Return to Normalcy
As many states begin easing their COVID-19 face mask recommendations, it is important to understand the valuable role that face…
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Texas Tech Study: Multi-Layered Cotton Face Masks Protect Against Omicron Variant
A Texas Tech study shows that proper-fitting, multi-layered cotton facial coverings are the most effective and breathable homemade mask alternative…
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Shurley: New Omicron Variant Causing Market Slide
Cotton and other commodities are caught in a slight market slide on the recent omicron variant news. Dr. Don Shurley…
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Use of Face Masks Urged for Children
Dr. Seshadri Ramkumar urges the use of layered face masks containing cotton to help reduce the spread of the Delta…
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Cotton and Blended Face Masks Essential in the Changing Virus War
The Delta variant has shifted the war on the viral pandemic, reopening the use and debate of face masks.
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Researcher Shows Face Masks Effective Against Particles Similar in Size to Coronavirus
Seshadri Ramkumar’s data shows three-ply face masks can filter out 60-80% of simulated viral particles similar in size to coronavirus.
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Reviewing Ways Forward for Frontier Materials Research
A major global virtual conference is addressing materials research in areas such as nanotechnology, soft and hard composites, protective textiles,…
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Industry Tackling Cotton’s Shipping Challenges
As cotton consumption increases, the U.S. industry finds itself in a logistical battle to fill orders on a timely basis.
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Face Masks with Cotton Aid in Delta Variant Surges
Multilayered nonwoven mats with layers made from cotton and sorbent fibers can provide more than 90% filtration efficiency in trapping…