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Nanomaterials in the future biotextile industry: A new cosmovision to ... frontiersin.org Dec 1, 2022 7 facts
claimNanotechnology is fundamental to the development of future textiles because of the established relationship between the morphology and dimensions of a nanomaterial and its resulting properties.
claimAzo Materials (2017) reported on the combination of nanotechnology with nature to create waterproof coatings for leather and textiles.
claimNanotechnology can be used to improve the mechanical strength, performance, and durability of novel biomaterials by forming nanocomposites or adding unique nanomaterials during the biofabrication process.
referenceHosne and Hasan (2018) reviewed the application of nanotechnology in modern textiles in the International Journal of Current Engineering and Technology.
measurementThe global clothing market using nanotechnology is expected to grow to $13.83 billion by 2026.
referenceThe field of biotextiles involves the convergence of disciplines including biotechnology, nanotechnology, synthetic biology, polymer and material sciences, textile technology, design, assisted manufacturing and robotics, artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, and genetic engineering, as noted by King et al. (2013).
claimNanotechnological developments are expected to enable the textile industry to provide bio-based materials enhanced with intelligent functionalities.
Medicinal plants and human health: a comprehensive review of ... link.springer.com Nov 5, 2025 4 facts
claimThe success of the medicinal plant field depends on integrating emerging technologies such as spatial metabolomics, nanotechnology applications for enhanced bioavailability, and microbiome research to optimize cultivation strategies.
claimNanotechnology-based drug delivery systems enhance the bioavailability, target specificity, and therapeutic efficacy of medicinal plant compounds, particularly for treating cancer and neurodegeneration.
claimTargeted acupoint injections utilize nanotechnology to enhance the precision and efficacy of traditional therapies.
referenceThis review aims to explain how interdisciplinary methods—specifically the combination of omics technologies, AI, and nanotechnology—improve the understanding of plant biosynthetic pathways, accelerate the discovery and characterization of bioactive compounds, and enhance treatment effectiveness while addressing quality control, contamination, and regulatory standardization.
Pharmacological Uses of New Bioactive Compounds from Medicinal ... academia.edu 1 fact
claimNanotechnology is a promising approach for combating multidrug-resistant bacteria, as reviewed by Hetta et al. (2023).
Bioelectricity - Nature nature.com 1 fact
claimThe integration of nanotechnology has enabled the development of bioelectronic devices capable of monitoring and modulating biological processes at the cellular and molecular levels.
Applications of nanotechnology in smart textile industry: A critical ... sciencedirect.com 1 fact
referenceThe review article titled 'Applications of nanotechnology in smart textile industry: A critical review' provides an overview of current advances in on-body electronics research and the potential applications of nanomaterials.
Independence play: Europe's pursuit of strategic autonomy ecfr.eu Jul 18, 2019 1 fact
perspectiveSlovakia supports increased investment in technological innovation, specifically in artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, biotechnology, and quantum computing, as part of European strategic autonomy efforts.
Treatment of Infectious Diseases with Bioactive Compounds from ... frontiersin.org 1 fact
claimNanotechnology applications, such as nanoformulations, are a novel research area with the potential to address issues like solubility, diffusion, and toxicity in natural product-based treatments for pathogen microorganisms.
Political and social trends in the future of global security. A meta ... link.springer.com Dec 5, 2017 1 fact
claimWestern countries are experiencing a gradual loss of competitive advantage in recruiting and training specialists in fields such as big data analysis, cloud computing, and nanotechnology, which impacts economic development, military capabilities, and relative state power.