Textiles and Paper

Wageningen University has produced a fastening material inspired by the shape of mushrooms that is stronger and gentler than Velcro

A group of students of the "Fermi" Institute of Mantua has developed a system to dispose of plastic, transforming it into silk thanks to a moth.

Erreà presented the new jersey of Parma Calcio, made with a hi-tech fabric that breaks down the viral load with zinc oxide nanoparticles

The new woven uses biocompatible materials and combines the characteristic of biodegradability with the ability to fertilize the soil after its dissolution Protective sheets are widely used in agriculture to...

Second Skin is a special antivirus suit with integrated mask and gloves designed by New York designer Maria Agapkina.

MIT researchers have created special non-slip shoes inspired by kirigami, the traditional millenary Japanese art of papermaking.

The researchers of the Charles III University of Madrid have created special "vibrant" clothes that are able to transmit tactile sensations to the wearer: will they be the future of...

Honda's R&D department is working to develop a special fabric for car seats that is resistant to all types of stains.

Murata Manufacturing Co. and Teijin Frontier Co. joined forces and produced the first fabric that generates electricity when it moves and kills bacteria The textile industry is experiencing a strong...

Vegan leather is obtained from cactus plants and is breathable, economical, biodegradable with minimal environmental impact compared to traditional leather The textile industry is the second most polluting in the...