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Bacterial cellulose used to make biodegradable packaging
November 1st, 2023
Two different experimental groups: Bacterial cellulose grown in the open air in a tea medium (top) and grown in an oven for seven days (bottom). After purification, the product is dried before being made into the packaging material. Images: Chinese University of Hong Kong Scientists at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) have developed […]
New fabric materials support innovations
August 1st, 2020
by Marie O’Mahony A new ski helmet design uses a shaped and foam-filled woven spacer fabric to distribute the force of impact quickly and in a more uniform manner. It was developed by the German Institutes for Textile and Fiber Research Denkendorf (DITF). Photo: Marie O’Mahony. Health and safety are proving to be key drivers […]