IASST develops eco-friendly wound dressing using banana fibers : The wound dressing material offers a sustainable solution for wound care and suggests additional uses for the abundant banana plant, which may benefit farmers and reduce environmental impact.
The revolutionary wound dressing material created from banana fibers by scientists at IASST(Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology), Assam, is durable, affordable, and offers powerful therapeutic benefits, ushering in a new era of medical innovation.
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IASST develops eco-friendly wound dressing using banana fibers
In a breakthrough development, a team of scientists from the Institute of Advanced Studies in Science and Technology (IASST) in Assam designed a durable and economical wound dressing material using banana fibers. Pro. Devashish Chaudhary and Prof. The research team led by (Retd.) Rajalakshmi Devi is a joint IASST-Deakin University Ph.D. Research student Mridusmita Burman was also included. The program has efficiently combined banana fibers with biopolymers such as chitosan and guar gum to create a multifunctional patch with excellent mechanical strength and antioxidant properties.
Uses of Banana peel:
This thick and coarse fiber has been used in industrial applications for centuries. It is also great for ropes, mats, thick outerwear, and apparel. Fiber of inner banana peel: This banana cloth is very soft, just like silk.
what makes banana fibers unique:
Fabrics made from banana fibers are soft and supple as well as breathable and naturally absorbent. They also have a natural luster and are often compared to silk. Additionally, banana fiber is now seen as a sustainable alternative to cotton and silk.