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flag Cornell University researchers create eco-friendly, nanofiber-coated cotton bandages infused with henna's lawsone for improved wound healing and antibacterial properties against multidrug-resistant bacteria.

flag Researchers at Cornell University have created nanofiber-coated cotton bandages infused with the botanical compound lawsone from henna leaves. flag These bandages, which provide antioxidant and antibacterial properties, can help with wound healing and prevent infection, particularly against multidrug-resistant bacteria. flag Tests have shown these bandages effectively eliminate E. coli and staph bacteria. flag This eco-friendly alternative could be particularly beneficial for chronic wounds like diabetic ulcers and burns, and reduce scar formation in routine wounds.

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