TOKYO -- A method for extracting the strongest natural fiber in the world has been developed, a pharmaceutical manufacturer and a national research organization announced here on Dec. 5. Kowa Co. in ...

Researchers illustrate a delicate method that could boost research into artificial spider silk—a material that is stronger than steel Dissecting a black widow spider to get its silk glands seems like ...

The world’s largest textile made exclusively from spider silk, this cape will be on display at the Royal Ontario Museum’s new exhibition, Spiders: Fear and Fascination. The garment was handwoven and ...

Uzbekistan’s tradition of silk production has been a hallmark of its cultural and economic landscape for millennia, with deep roots tracing back to the ancient Silk Road. Today, Uzbekistan is known ...

In an era marked by climate urgency and an escalating demand for sustainable alternatives, Bangladesh has introduced a notable innovation in the textile industry: lotus silk — a rare, biodegradable ...

From the delicate harvesting of lotus stems to the intricate 14-step process of creating a lotus silk scarf, artisan Phan Thị Thuận shares her passion and perseverance in preserving this special art.

If you liked this story, share it with other people. Recently, Bangladesh successfully developed lotus silk — a biodegradable luxury fabric — using lotus stems, merging ancient tradition with modern ...