Tag: Texas Tech University
Octopus-inspired camouflage material
Biomimetic approaches can help with the development of sophisticated high performance textiles. A team of researchers from Ithaca, NY-based Cornell University and Woods Hole, MA-based ... Read More
Novel functional cotton
Incorporation of biological molecules to cotton may lead to novel functional cottons. Finding value-added applications for cotton, enabling it to be wearable smart textiles will ... Read More
High Plains of Texas expect bigger cotton crop
Harvey has come and gone and the impact Irma will have on cotton is yet to be seen. Having caused havoc in the Caribbean, category-4 ... Read More
Future fibres hub in Australia
Australian government’s research council has supported the creation of Aus$13.2 million hub with the support from Deakin University and industry partners. The center is part ... Read More
Traditional nonwoven materials are better tissue scaffolds – By Seshadri Ramkumar, Texas Tech University, USA
Nonwoven substrates made using spunmelt and carding processes are cost effective to develop tissue scaffolds. A team of researchers from the University of Missouri-Columbia and ... Read More
Resale of branded textiles offers new scope
Reselling fashion and branded textiles offers new opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs. In the West, particularly, where garage and yard sales are common, extending ... Read More
India to produce less cotton this year By Seshadri Ramkumar, Texas Tech University, USA
India is expected to produce less cotton this season ending in September, 2016 Read More
