UNSW researchers are turning what was once waste into a protective film that could help extend the expiry date of some of ...

A UBC research team has developed a cleaner way to produce rayon, a popular fabric used in clothing for more than a century.

Who doesn’t love beautifully hued clothing? Well, how about Mother Nature? But can you blame her? Industrial dyes are ...

A UBC research team has developed a cleaner way to produce rayon, a popular fabric used in clothing for more than a century. The process could significantly reduce chemical use and improve ...

Ever heard chatter about some fast food items containing wood? It's true...kind of. Here's the scoop on what "wood pulp" is, ...

Scientists at the University of Houston may have taken a big step toward solving one of the world’s most pressing environmental problems. They’ve engineered sheets of bacterial cellulose (essentially ...

Maryland-based InventWood is doing just what its name implies: inventing a new type of wood. The new building material consists of wood and a high-tech process involving heat, pressure, and food ...

Carbon fiber is known for being incredibly strong, lightweight, and versatile—but how is it actually made? This article breaks down the key stages of carbon fiber manufacturing and shows how different ...

Plastics, fuels, and many industrial materials are still largely derived from fossil fuels. These resources contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and long-term environmental degradation. 1 As the ...

Robotic technology is advancing rapidly, and researchers are exploring new ways to make robots more functional and environmentally friendly. One breakthrough comes from scientists at Westlake ...