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U.S. Textile Leaders Urge Industry to Raise Voices NOW for Sake of Industry's Future - If you're a producer or supplier to the US textile and apparel industry, you know the sector in recent months has found itself in crisis mode --again. This is a Call to Action.

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Researchers develop new non-woven fabric made from fungus: 'It's kind of futuristic' - If you want your clothing and upholstery to be eco-friendly and not animal-based, you'll soon have a new option: fabric grown from fungus

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Smart fabrics testing and standards under development - While specialized markets such as military, medical and sports are all in for smart fabric, the lack of standards and reliability, along with the expense of e-textiles, have proven hurdles to commercializations..

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NAIST researchers develop CNT yarn for wearable devices - A research team has also been working on flexible wearable thermoelectric generators that produce electricity from body heat by sewing nanomaterial called carbon nanotubes (CNTs) into fabric.

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These sensors are as fine as spider's silk and can monitor human health - The sensors are 50 times thinner than human hair and so lightweight that the scientists were able to print the fibre directly onto a dandelion without it collapsing.

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Easy-to-clean fabrics for hospitality, restaurant, senior living and health care applications. The collection is designed to handle spills without extensive cleanup, while offering a stylish look. Read more…

EcoFresh by Microban International earns USDA Certified Biobased Product Label Microban’s EcoFresh ER1000 contains 62% biobased content, as certified by the USDA BioPreferred® Program. Read more…

Global Nonwovens Alliance launches e-learning initiative The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA), founded by the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) and EDANA, announced the launch of a new global e-learning initiative designed to help companies build essential nonwovens knowledge. Read more…

Finnish researchers grow mushroom 'leather' strong enough to outcompete cow leather The fabric reached a tensile strength that puts it in competition with, and at times above, chrome-tanned cow leather. Read more…

DITF researches bio-based FR materials This work has potential applications in building materials, home and auto upholstery fabrics, and carpets. Read more…

How to Choose Cycling Clothing and Apparel for a Better Ride The right cycling clothing can help manage sweat, improve comfort, protect you from changing weather and make long hours more enjoyable. Read more…

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