New research on how animals spin silk could open the door for more sustainable synthetic fiber production. The University of Sheffield’s Department of Material Science and Engineering discovered that ...

From risottos to sauces, mushrooms have long been a staple in the kitchen. Now fungi are showing the potential to serve up more than just flavor—as a sustainable, bendy material for the fashion ...

“Made to last” shouldn’t mean “here forever.” But for the majority of textiles today, that’s the unfortunate reality. In lab conditions, CiCLO® — a sustainable additive that can be combined with ...

It is generally recognized that the advanced composites industry is a critical industry for the United States in terms of its strategic implications for the Department of Defense (DOD); its potential ...

Ugandan researchers are transforming discarded banana stems into textiles, hair extensions and sanitary pads, positioning the East African nation to capitalize on growing global demand for sustainable ...