Sustainable Materials

Scientists Bring Back Legendary Golden Fabric Lost for 2,000 Years

South Korean scientists have revived a legendary golden fabric once reserved for emperors, producing a shimmering material that mirrors the appearance and durability of sea silk crafted more than two millennia ago. The research team, led by POSTECH professor Dong...

Scientists Create Wood 10 Times Stronger Than Steel

A U.S. company has introduced a new type of wood that could reshape the future of construction. Engineered to be up to 10 times stronger than steel in strength-to-weight ratio, this advanced material, called Superwood, is also significantly lighter—up...

Red Onions Can Boost Solar Panel Performance, Study Finds

A natural dye extracted from red onion skins may significantly improve the performance and durability of solar panels, according to researchers in Finland. The study focused on how this plant-based material enhances ultraviolet (UV) protection in solar cells, which...