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Scientists develop silk threads, turning clothing into power sources

Scientists develop silk threads, turning clothing into power sources

Scientists from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have found a way to turn textiles into energy sources. They created a unique silk thread coated with a conductive plastic material that

AMSilk, Ajinomoto Foods Europe to produce sustainable silk proteins

AMSilk, Ajinomoto Foods Europe to produce sustainable silk proteins

Advanced biomaterials company AMSilk GmbH has teamed up with Ajinomoto Foods Europe, a company with over five decades of expertise in industrial fermentation, to collaboratively produce silk

Eri silk from Assam receives Oeko-Tex certification

Eri silk from Assam receives Oeko-Tex certification

Eri Silk, a renowned product from Assam, India, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the esteemed Oeko-Tex certification, marking a transformative moment for the Indian textile

Biocraft Laboratories starts third spider silk production cycle

Biocraft Laboratories starts third spider silk production cycle

Biocraft Laboratories Inc. has entered the rapid growth phase for its third spider silk production cycle of the season. During this phase, the silkworms grow quickly in preparation for spinning the

India to boost silk production with castor leaves initiative

India to boost silk production with castor leaves initiative

The Textile Ministry has proposed a new initiative to use castor leaves for producing silk, aiming to boost the country’s silk production and create more employment opportunities. This initiative

AMSilk Fibers show lower environmental impact than traditional silk

AMSilk Fibers show lower environmental impact than traditional silk

An independent "Cradle-to-Gate" Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) has found that fibres produced by biomaterials company AMSilk have a "significantly" reduced environmental footprint compared to

Kraig Labs begins Production of BAM-1 spider silk hybrids

Kraig Labs begins Production of BAM-1 spider silk hybrids

Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Inc. has announced the commencement of production for its BAM-1 recombinant spider silk hybrids, ahead of the originally planned July schedule due to successful

Silk Laundry introduces eco-friendly collection

Silk Laundry introduces eco-friendly collection

Silk Laundry, an Australian-based fashion brand, introduces its latest collection, "A View," merging conservation with fashion to foster "wearable conversations" about sustainable living. The

Brain Biotech, AMSilk register patent for spider silk protein

Brain Biotech, AMSilk register patent for spider silk protein

Biological solutions company Brain Biotech AG and advanced spider silk material firm AMSilk GmbH have achieved a significant milestone by registering a patent after optimizing a natural structural

Kraig Biocraft launches Yarn blend of spider silk and Pima cotton

Kraig Biocraft launches Yarn blend of spider silk and Pima cotton

Biotech company Kraig Biocraft has unveiled its debut premium yarn, combining its recombinant spider silk with Pima Cotton, aiming to capture added value in the textile and garment markets. The