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Flu-Proof Fashion

by Tom Conlon on May 7, 2007 at 03:49 PM

Flu-Proof Fashion
At the recent Cornell University Design League fashion show, senior Olivia Ong '07 debuted 'Glitterati,' her line of dresses and jackets that actually prevent colds and flu, protect against pollution and never need to be washed. All of this is made possible through the wonders of nano-technology (that's technology so tiny, it's no bigger than a few atoms).

The fabric used in Ong's designs has all been dipped in a solution containing electro-statically charged silver nano-particles. Silver possesses natural antibacterial properties, which are made mightier when used at the nano-scale. This microscopic protective layer coating the top of the cotton fibers is what fights off harmful contaminants as well as stains.

But your flu and BBQ sauce-proof Glitterati jumpsuit is going to be a long time coming since the technology is still too expensive to be practical. The going rate for nano-treated cotton these days is about $10,000 per square yard.

From Engadget

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