Researchers found they could separate blended cotton and polyester fabric using enzymes -- nature's tools for speeding chemical reactions. Ultimately, they hope their findings will lead to a more ...

None of these material innovators are firing on all cylinders—at least when it comes to commercial-scale plants—yet a quiet race is shaping up, if not among the companies themselves then against time ...

More than a decade ago, jet-lagged textile expert Juan Hinestroza landed in Xintang, China, and took a walk near a large creek. He noticed the water was a strange color—indigo blue, from highly toxic ...

Fisher Textiles, Matthews, N.C., announced that five of the company’s fabrics received awards in the 2026 Pinnacle Awards in various Media – Textile categories, including Banner, Drapery, Framing ...

Most attempts to make textile batteries have had limited success, says materials scientist Jang Wook Choi of the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). The problem has been ...

Tablecloths add a great design element to your dining area, while protecting surfaces from spills and stains. Whether you choose a classic material like linen or a low-maintenance fabric like ...