Scientists just turned silk into a cooling fabric that reflects 94.8% of sunlight, lowers skin temperature by 4.3°C, and could keep people cooler without plastic
Scientists have engineered a revolutionary silk fabric that reflects nearly 95% of sunlight, significantly cooling skin by up to four degrees Celsius compared to cotton. This breakthrough, achieved by creating nanoscale pores within silk fibers, offers a sustainable, biodegradable alternative to petroleum-based cooling apparel. The innovation promises to impact fashion, outdoor work uniforms, and medical applications, addressing both heat and plastic pollution concerns.
Scientists have engineered a revolutionary silk fabric that reflects nearly 95% of sunlight, significantly cooling skin by up to four degrees Celsius compared to cotton. This breakthrough, achieved by creating nanoscale pores within silk fibers, offers a sustainable, biodegradable alternative to petroleum-based cooling apparel. The innovation promises to impact fashion, outdoor work uniforms, and medical applications, addressing both heat and plastic pollution concerns.
