Living Bandages: Scientists Develop Biocompatible Anti-Burn Nanofibers
Biodegradable bandages made from these fibers will accelerate the growth of tissue cells twice as quickly
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New Technique Developed at MIT Could Produce Strong, Resilient Nanofibers for Many Applications
Ultrafine fibers have exceptional strength
Kevlar-Based Artificial Cartilage Mimics the Magic of the Real Thing
The new Kevlar-based hydrogel recreates the magic of cartilage by combining a network of tough nanofibers from Kevlar with polyvinyl alcohol
Cotton Candy Capillaries Lead to Circuit Boards That Dissolve When Cooled
One potential application of the system includes producing capillary systems for artificial organs
Engineering Team Develops Novel Nanofiber Solution for Clean, Fresh Air
Specially designed nanofiber solution easily converts non-woven mesh into see-through air filters that clean air, improve air flow, and offer UV protection
Snake Venom Helps Hydrogels Stop the Bleeding
Rice University lab employs clotting powers of viper-derived drug, even in presence of anti-coagulants
"Diamonds from the Sky"
Approach turns CO2 into valuable products
Engineers Create Structures Tougher than Bulletproof Vests
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas have created new structures that exploit the electromechanical properties of specific nanofibers to stretch to up to seven times their length, while remaining tougher than Kevlar.
Fibers Made by Transforming Materials
New approach could enable low-cost silicon devices in fibers that could be made into fabrics
Chemists Create Nanofibers Using Unprecedented New Method
Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University have developed a novel method for creating self-assembled protein/polymer nanostructures that are reminiscent of fibers found in living cells. The work offers a promising new way to fabricate materials for drug delivery and tissue engineering applications. The findings were published in the July 28 issue of Angewandte Chemie International Edition.