June 11, 2013
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Researchers in South Korea have recently developed a highly sensitive exhaled breath sensor by using hierarchical tin dioxide fibers that are assembled from wrinkled thin tin dioxide nanotubes. Continue reading
Share on FacebookMay 9, 2013
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The fibers in old T-shirts are usually too worn to be made into soft fabric. That doesn’t mean, though, that these fibers go to waste.
Share on FacebookMay 7, 2013
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Over 20 million people in Europe suffer from osteoarthritis which can lead to extensive damage to the knee and hip cartilage. Stem cells offer a promising way forward but a key challenge has been to design a ‘smart material’ that is biologically effect… Continue reading
Share on FacebookMay 3, 2013
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Researchers turn carbon nanotubes into negatively charged liquid crystals that could enhance the creation of fibers and films. Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 1, 2013
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In a mouse model of early Parkinson’s disease (PD), animals displayed movement deficits, loss of tyrosine-hydroxylase (TH)-positive fibers in the striatum, and astro-gliosis and micro-gliosis in the substantia nigra (SN), without the loss of nigral dop… Continue reading
Share on FacebookMarch 19, 2013
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In 2011, 66.8 percent of paper consumed in the United States was recycled. Every ton of paper recycled saves more than 3.3 cubic yards of landfill space, and if you measure by weight, more paper is recovered for recycling than plastic, aluminum and glass combined. Continue reading
Share on FacebookFebruary 27, 2013
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Wear2 technology allows zippers, buttons and other materials to be removed from clothing without damage to surrounding fabric. Continue reading
Share on FacebookFebruary 21, 2013
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Researchers have developed a way to melt or “weld” specific portions of polymers by embedding aligned nanoparticles within the materials. Their technique, which melts fibers along a chosen direction within a material, may lead to stronger, more resilie… Continue reading
Share on FacebookJanuary 28, 2013
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Materials scientists have invented a new fiber that changes color when stretched. Based on the “bastard hogberry” plant, the new fiber could lend itself to the creation of smart fabrics that visibly react to heat or pressure. Continue reading
Share on FacebookOctober 4, 2012
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Noting that mattresses take up a lot of room in landfills, the sleep products industry urges more support for recycling. Continue reading
Share on FacebookSeptember 4, 2012
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Giving new life to old textiles just got a whole lot easier for some Arizona residents. Beginning this month, the town of Queen Creek, Ariz. will pair up with United Fibers to expand their curbside recycling service to include the collection of…
Share on FacebookMarch 30, 2012
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Between staring at pixels and typing on plastic, living your work life behind a computer keyboard can make you feel far from nature. But one Kickstarter campaign is out to reduce plastic landfill waste and get you closer to natural materials. You’ve heard of iPad and Bluetooth keyboards, but designer Robin Behrstock is taking the [...] Continue reading
Share on FacebookAugust 31, 2011
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If you’re looking for an eco-friendly case for your iPad 2, look no further. The Bionic iPad 2 Case from Seattle-based manufacturer Brenthaven will give you the durability and sustainability you’re looking for. The design is so chic and functional, you’d never guess it’s made from recycled plastic bottles. The case is the first of [...] Continue reading
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