The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed how we interact with the world. One change that is likely here to stay is the widespread use of disposable face masks. These single-use masks have become essential items over the past two years, and their production and use have surged to unprecedented levels.

Mass Production to Meet Surging Demand

When the pandemic first hit in early 2020, most countries faced severe shortages of personal protective equipment (PPE), ... Read more