Hagfish, an ancient group of eel-like, bottom-dwelling animals, could produce high performance fibres using sustainable resources. University of Guelph researchers Dr. Atsuko Negishi and Dr. Douglas Fudge are working on developing fibres ...
University of Guelph researcher Atsuko Negishi is investigating a novel and unlikely source of natural fibres that may one day lessen our dependence on petroleum: hagfish slime. The textile industry needs an affordable, sustainable ...
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