Stab-Resistant Fabric Gains Strength from Carbon Nanotubes, Polyacrylateby American Chemical SocietyThis polyacrylate emulsion method could be used to provide better protection in clothes, safety gear, and packaging
NewsUltra-Strong Aerogels Developed with Materials Used in Bullet-Proof Vestsby University of Hong KongNew type of aerogel was successfully created using a self-assembled nanofiber network involving Kevlar
NewsNo Limit Yet for Carbon Nanotube Fibersby Rice UniversityRice lab makes case for high-performance carbon nanotube fibers for industry
NewsThis Sticker Shows Whether Cold-Chain Food Products Have Spoiledby National Research Council of Science & TechnologyAn image appears on the sticker when it's exposed to room temperature; high demand is expected due to rapid growth in the fresh food delivery market
NewsLiving Bandages: Scientists Develop Biocompatible Anti-Burn Nanofibersby National University of Science and Technology MISISBiodegradable bandages made from these fibers will accelerate the growth of tissue cells twice as quickly
NewsNew Technique Developed at MIT Could Produce Strong, Resilient Nanofibers for Many Applicationsby Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyUltrafine fibers have exceptional strength
NewsKevlar-Based Artificial Cartilage Mimics the Magic of the Real Thingby University of MichiganThe new Kevlar-based hydrogel recreates the magic of cartilage by combining a network of tough nanofibers from Kevlar with polyvinyl alcohol
NewsCotton Candy Capillaries Lead to Circuit Boards That Dissolve When Cooledby Vanderbilt UniversityOne potential application of the system includes producing capillary systems for artificial organs
NewsEngineering Team Develops Novel Nanofiber Solution for Clean, Fresh Airby National University of SingaporeSpecially designed nanofiber solution easily converts non-woven mesh into see-through air filters that clean air, improve air flow, and offer UV protection
NewsSnake Venom Helps Hydrogels Stop the Bleedingby Rice UniversityRice University lab employs clotting powers of viper-derived drug, even in presence of anti-coagulants