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Waste Not… What could we be doing with all the materials we throw away?
VP of Research, Dr. Andrew Dent, hosts this Material Seminar: Waste not... What could we be doing with all the materials we throw away? He'll share a number of solutions and suggestions for utilizing …
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Circular Economy
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: circular …
How has the pandemic changed the way brands are approaching sustainability?
In this Ask an Expert, VP of Research, Dr. Gayatri Keskar, responds to the question: How has the pandemic changed the way brands are approaching sustainability? …
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Top Five Materials: April 2021
From a bent glass technology that uses lasers to create new geometries from sheet glass to a premier wood substitute with the smallest ecological footprint of any lumber alternative, Material Library …
Connect SPRING 2021: Material Matters
Connect SPRING was presented by The International Housewares Association, in partnership with The NPD Group and Springboard Futures. Attendees joined the virtual event March 16-26, 2021 for sessions …
Miniscape: Composites
In this Miniscape, Dr. Andrew Dent, EVP of Research, shares a few of his favorite composites and details why they stand out from the crowd and how their unique qualities impact …
Renewable Energy
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: renewable …
Material Profile: CobBauge
This building material is suited for the construction of thermally insulating structures potentially one day replacing concrete. MC 1046001 / CobBauge is a cob-based, low-cost system that uses …
Industry Insight: Textile Futures
In this presentation, Dr. Andrew Dent discusses the future of textiles. He touches on: antiviral / antibacterial, performance treatments, new fibers (and cotton-free), leather alternatives, and …
The Challenge of Composites
VP of Research, Dr. Andrew Dent, hosts this Material Seminar: The Challenge of Composites. He'll share current innovations, 3D printing, self reinforced polymers, natural fiber, and recycling - as …
Carbon Offset
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: carbon …
What is the toughest ask you’ve had as a researcher?
In this Ask an Expert, VP of Research, Dr. Gayatri Keskar, responds to the question: How has the pandemic changed the way brands are approaching sustainability? …
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Super-natural Performance: A Talk with Allbirds
Today, Dr. Gayatri Keskar, VP of Research was joined by Claudia Richardson and Romesh Patel, Ph.D. of Allbirds. Our guests shared their perspectives on product development and material selection, …
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Why and How to Reduce Your Industrial Carbon Footprint
Protecting the planet isn’t a new concept by any means. But in recent years, it’s become more apparent that going green isn’t merely a passing fad. What’s more, environmental responsibility is …
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Eye On: Wind Turbines
In this Eye On, EVP of Research, Dr. Andrew Dent, discusses the materials and technologies utilized in wind turbines. These incredible feats of engineering have been getting a lot of attention due to …
