This engaged research project with the U.S. Department of Defense delivered a decontamination wipe which is now commercialized. The work by Dr. Ramkumar was one of the first patented and commercialized works from a TTU researcher. Today, the FiberTech technology is becoming a standard for toxic chemical decontamination. Importantly, the wipe is finding applications in cleaning up fentanyl/synthetic opioids and radiological particles. It is also being used in extreme cold climates such as the Arctic Circle. This effort has been possible due to a collaboration with First Line Technology who engaged with First Responders in the Arctic region.

Award Recipient:

• Dr. Seshadri Ramkumar, Professor, Dept. of Environmental Toxicology, College of Arts and Sciences

Community Partners:

• High Plains Cotton Producers
• Hobbs Bonded Fibers
• First LIne Tech, LLC
• Government of India
• Jayalakshmi Textiles