A new type of strong and flexible yarn with practical electronic properties has been made by researchers in Australia and Ireland. Spun from graphene oxide, the yarn has the highest capacitance ever ...

SAN DIEGO, April 23, 2012 – A lot of people were skeptical when two young California-based researchers set out more than a decade ago to create a completely human-derived alternative to the synthetic ...

The global fashion industry employs millions of people and is worth trillions of dollars. It also accounts for 10% of global carbon emissions and creates pollution and waste: in the US, just 15% of ...

Researchers demonstrated they could print layers of electrically conductive ink on polyester fabric to make an e-textile that could be used in the design of future wearable devices. In a new study, ...

LONDON — Carlo Centonze is in the business of making textiles smarter, able to resist a virus and stay fresh and dry after hours of wear. He also specializes in the sort of textile technology that can ...

African textiles are renowned for their vibrant colors and intricate patterns, making them a staple in global fashion ...