A study of The use of Manuka Honey and Methylglyoxal to Impart Antimicrobial Activity to Wool Textiles and Polymers

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A study of The use of Manuka Honey and Methylglyoxal to Impart Antimicrobial Activity to Wool Textiles and Polymers

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Victoria University of Wellington

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<b>Methylglyoxal (MGO), which is an ingredient in New Zealand Manuka honey (MH) possesses unique antimicrobial properties against a broad range of bacteria. MGO has been determined to have a low minimum inhibitory concentration against bacteria. This provides a new opportunity to develop the use of this compound as a natural antimicrobial agent to impart such antimicrobial properties to wool textiles. This is the focus and detailed research work of this thesis. Also, its application to paper ...

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Masters

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2018

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Aljohani, Sami

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https://figshare.com/articles/thesis/A_study_of_The_use_of_Manuka_Honey_and_Methylglyoxal_to_Impa...

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Organic chemistry not elsewhere classified / Manuka honey / Methylglyoxal / Wool textiles / School: School of Chemical and Physical Sciences / Organic Chemistry not elsewhere classified / Expanding Knowledge in the Chemical Sciences / Degree Discipline: Chemistry / Degree Level: Masters / Degree Name: Master of Science

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