Longitudinal view of synthetic fibre and wool fibre

Wool’s range of desirable properties make it a valuable material for many different purposes, from high-end fashion to fire-resistant products...

Scientists at AgResearch are looking for ways to improve the durability of woollen textiles and carpets in order to sustain...

Wool’s range of desirable properties make it a valuable material for many different purposes, from high-end fashion to fire-resistant products...

In this activity, students explore the microstructure of wool fibre and how it relates to the properties and uses of...

Nanofibres are an exciting class of nanoscale materials. Individually, nanofibres are so small they’re hard to imagine or to visualise,...