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September 25, 2023 
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HEIQ - XReflect, thinner, lighter, warmer
Teflon - EcoElite
eVent - Waterproof Technology
CORDURA Forever Knit Fabric
MMI Textiles
UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA - Arc'teryx Partners with UBC on Next Generation of Water - Oil Repellent Fabric. Fabrics are being fabricated without the use of PFCs, as the toxicity of PFCs can remain in the environment for hundreds of years.
HARVARD UNIVERSITY RESEARCH - Wearable Mask Technology utilizes "wearable freeze-dried cell-free" (wFDCF) fabrics integrated into masks or lab clothing that is capable of identifying pathathogens and toxins, including detecting SARS-COVID from a patient's breath.
UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME - SpydaSilk Research leads to commerciliation of Kraig Labs SpydaSilk. Until now scientists haven't been able to assemble spider silk's genetic proteins into a cost effective fiber with desired properties.
YALE UNIVERSITY - Innovative Robotic Fibers Transform Fabrics into 3D Androids. - The fabric stiffens or softens depending on the temperature, and can be designed with a memory to change shape and return to its original shape.
DREXEL UNIVERSITY - New Age Textile Shield Advanced research offers coated fabric with electromagnetic pollution protection. The project utilizes MXene, a conductive two-dimensional coating materialmdiscovered at Drexel in 2011.
| Japanese firm Teijin's consortium gets approval for Synfolium
Synfolium is a surgical patch with knitted fabric consisting of both bio-absorbable and non-absorbable yarns coated with cross-linked gelatin.
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| Conagen develops debondable adhesive for textiles and soft materials from natural bioingredients
Adjustments can be made by simply debonding the adhesive and the fabric components can be seamlessly reworked, resulting in improved production efficiency, reduced material waste, and significant cost savings for manufacturers.
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| UK researchers develop mycocrete from mycelium
Scientists hoping to reduce the environmental impact of the construction industry have developed a way to grow building materials using knitted moulds and the root network of fungi.
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| Running shoe start-up adds graphene to its material mix
Directa-plus's graphene enhanced material offers advantages beyond wind and waterproof protection, preventing the creation of hot spots and thermal discomfort. Its footwear membrane is only 20 micron thick.
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| Here's how textile recycling can create jobs and reduce pollution
Textile waste isn’t just a matter of landfill space, but of social and environmental justice.
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| 4 Unique and Stunning Ice Dye Color Combinations
Ice dyeing, a popular tie-dyeing technique, has taken the world of textile arts by storm. With its mesmerizing and unpredictable patterns, ice dyeing creates a stunning array of colors.
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