A synthetic material which mimics the brightest and most vivid colors in nature, and changes color when twisted or stretched, has been developed. It could have important applications in the security, ...

It has been the dream of many a polymer chemist, especially those within the textile industry, to have the chance of creating a fabric that is formed from bottom-up approaches. Until now, many have ...

Researchers have demonstrated that polycarbodiimide can remove dyes from water, and that the synthetic polymer can be recovered and reused. The findings from a team at North Carolina State University ...

Polymer-coated cotton fabric generates electricity from ambient humidity day and night, powering LEDs for over 24 hours and ...