A novel textile material that keeps itself germ-free

(University of Leeds) Scientists have developed a novel weapon in the battle against deadly hospital-acquired infections -- a textile that disinfects itself.And independent tests show it can reduce bacteria levels by more than 90 per cent. By incorporating the specially-engineered textile in a device designed to be used on hospital doors instead of the traditional aluminum door plate, that part of the door that people push to open it -- they aim to bolster hand hygiene.