Publications

Advancing Knowledge in Textile Hygiene

THMS® International e. V. is committed to promoting independent scientific research and making research findings openly accessible to the scientific community, public authorities, healthcare professionals, and the general public.

Our publications aim to improve the understanding of biological contamination in textiles and to support evidence-based strategies for infection prevention and public health.

Our Publications Include

• Scientific research reports

• Pilot project reports

• Technical guidelines

• Position papers

• Conference presentations

• Educational publications

• White papers

• Research summaries

• Recommendations for best practices

Current Research Topics

Our current research program focuses on:

• Biological contamination of mattresses and pillows

• House dust mites and allergens

• Microbiological contamination of textile surfaces

• Infection prevention through textile hygiene

• Hygiene management in hotels and public accommodations

• Scientific evaluation of standardized hygiene procedures

• Development of innovative inspection and documentation systems

• International comparison of textile hygiene standards

Open Science

THMS® International e. V. supports the principles of transparency and scientific cooperation. Whenever possible, research findings and project results will be published to encourage collaboration and further scientific development.

Peer Review and Scientific Cooperation

Research results are prepared in cooperation with scientific partners and, where appropriate, submitted to scientific journals, conferences, and research institutions for independent review and discussion.

Future Publications

The following publications are currently in preparation:

• Baseline Study on Biological Contamination of Mattresses and Pillows

• THMS® Textile Hygiene Research Report

• International Pilot Project Report (Germany – Thailand)

• Guidelines for Textile Hygiene Inspection

• Recommendations for Infection Prevention through Textile Hygiene

Additional publications will be released as ongoing research projects are completed.

Citation

When referring to THMS® publications, please cite the source appropriately. Permission is required for the reproduction of complete documents, figures, or photographs unless otherwise stated.

Contact

Researchers, universities, healthcare organizations, and public institutions interested in our publications or scientific cooperation are welcome to contact THMS® International e. V.

Together, we promote independent research, international collaboration, and evidence-based solutions for better public health through improved textile hygiene.