Carbon nanotube wires for wearables can be crafted from existing fiber manufacturing process
Dr. Han Joong Tark's team at KERI's Nano Hybrid Technology Research Center has successfully fabricated "functional wires," ...
Velvet worm slime: Reversible liquid-to-fiber transformation inspires sustainable materials
A new discovery about the slime ejected by velvet worms could revolutionize sustainable material design, according to a study ...
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Poisonous ingredients found in synthetic hair
Research exposes harmful chemicals in synthetic hair used for braids and extensions, creating health concerns for those wearing protective styles for long time.
Nike Shox TL Surfaces in “Olive Aura”
Name: Nike Shox TL “Olive Aura” Colorway: “Light Bone/Olive Aura/Metallic Silver/Off-Noir” SKU: FV0939-002 MSRP: $170 USD ...
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Stretching spider silk increases hydrogen bonding, improving mechanical strength
Computational analysis provides new insights into silk's mechanical properties that was unavailable experimentally ...
Microplastics are everywhere. Here are 5 ways to reduce your exposure
From your clothing to the water you drink, being mindful of microplastics can help reduce your exposure and health risk.
Stronger Than Steel, Tougher Than Kevlar – Spider Silk’s Secret Finally Revealed
Spiders don’t just spin webs—they engineer them. By stretching their silk as they spin, spiders strengthen the fibers at the ...
We Compared Microfiber Cloths to Swedish Dishcloths in an Epic Cleaning Showdown
Swedish dishcloths are essentially a cross between a paper towel and a sponge. I love paper towels and use copious amounts of ...
The best fiber supplement of 2025, tested and reviewed
Need help meeting your fiber goals? We tested the best fiber supplements to help with regularity, gut health and overall ...
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Stein Fibers rebrands as Everra to reflect expanded PET focus
The U.S. manufacturer provides sustainable fibers, yarns and fiberfill to producers of sleep pillows, quilts, mattresses and ...
What’s in Your Braids? Toxic Chemicals Found in Synthetic Hair.
Have you ever experienced a rash or skin irritation after using synthetic hair for braids? Was your scalp itchy to the point ...
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The chemicals found in synthetic hair that you rarely see
Investigations reveal carcinogens and lead in popular synthetic hair extensions, raising health concerns for consumers ...