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Development of user- and environment-friendly microbiologically active materials for light industry

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square with tentacles  Project title

Development of user- and environment-friendly microbiologically active materials for light industry

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Association of Polish Textile Makers; University of Economics in Krakow; Łukasiewicz Institute of Technology in Łódź

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International programs

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CORNET Initiative – 28 Competition

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PLN 1,798,333.00

hand icon with two circles above it  Funding value

PLN 1,765,895.00

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01.09.2020 – 01.11.2022

Results of our work

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Photo 1: Activity of bovine lining leather refined with peppermint oil against the Candida albicans yeast (bathing method of applying oil to wet-blue leather)

 

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Photo 2: Activity of bovine lining leather refined with cinnamon oil against the Scopulariopsis brevicaulis mold (spray method of applying oil to crust leather)

 

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Photo 3: Activity of cotton knitted fabric refined with oregano oil against the Staphylococcus aureus bacteria (spray method of applying the oil)

Issues addressed

As a result of the AroLeather project, innovative materials have been developed – leathers and textiles – which, thanks to modification with plant essential oils, are characterized by antimicrobial activity and an attractive scent. Appropriate microbiological cleanliness and hygiene of footwear – which can be achieved through the use of our materials with antimicrobial properties – is particularly important for people struggling with fungal infections of the feet and nails, but also for healthy people leading an active lifestyle. The use of leather and/or textile materials enriched with natural antimicrobial substances will significantly improve not only the comfort of use, but also the durability of the product. This will be possible by limiting the growth of microorganisms that accelerate the degradation of shoe interior materials. The technology for finishing leather using essential oils proposed as part of the project is also an important solution for the tanning industry. The use of these environment-friendly natural antiseptics makes it possible to eliminate synthetic biocides with varying levels of toxicity from the leather production process or to significantly reduce the use of them.

Project beneficiaries

The project results will benefit small and medium-sized enterprises who will have the opportunity to implement the invention to make their product more attractive to end users. Enriching the offer with innovative new products will strengthen their competitiveness. Additionally, the use of environment-friendly materials refined with natural essential oils will improve the image of the industry and increase the technical potential of enterprises.

The project results may also constitute a reference point for development and implementation of technologies for the production of microbiologically active materials in industrial conditions, for example in tanneries.

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