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- New Camouflage Skin Inspired by SquidA great example of biomimicry, scientists at the University of Bristol in the UK are developing a new type of smart material inspired the…
- Material Xperience 2014: How materials can make you smarterMaterial Xperience is the event for material innovation. Whether you're a designer or material producer, the show is full of inspiration. New materials, high-profile…
- Shrinkable Materials Enable Next-Generation 3D ElectronicsResearchers at Penn State have developed an unexpectedly accessible, low-cost method for producing wireless, shape-conforming electronic devices — a breakthrough with potential for designers…
- Smarter Sound Shield Blocks Noise Without Blocking AirA new development in sound-silencing materials from Boston University could offer promising solutions for designers seeking quieter, healthier environments—without compromising on ventilation. Researchers from…
- MaterialDistrict Expo: Materials that MatterDuring the UK Construction Week 2018, at the section Surface and Materials Show, you can enjoy MaterialDistrict Expo on 9,10 and 11 October, with…
- Hydroceramic: Intelligent Material PrototypeThe increasing development and application of 'smart' materials in other industries is opening up new possibilities in building design. ‘Digital Matter Intelligent Constructions’, undertaken…
- Materia Exhibition – Hong KongThis June, Materia will bring a special exhibition to Hong Kong at Retail Asia Expo 2014. Materia will be there to show new materials…
- Material Xperience first day previewMaterial Xperience 2014 kicks off on January 22nd. We have a packed event for you this year. It features some of the most innovative material…
- David Oakey at Material Xperience 2014Material Xperience 2014 is dedicated to the theme of ‘The Smart Environment’. A key focus in this highly topical theme is thinking intelligently about…
- “Material trends for the Future” Exhibition`Material trends for the future` is the theme of the exhibition and the lectures held at Deubaukom in Essen. Current trends that Materia has identified…
- Material Xperience on Tour – UKMateria is returning to London, U.K. this spring for the second edition of May Design Series. From May 18th – 20th, Materia will be…
- From Wind Turbine Blades to Infrastructure: A Breakthrough in Composite ReuseAs wind energy continues to expand, a less visible challenge is growing at the same time: what happens to wind turbine blades at the…
- Sweat-Inspired Paint Offers Sustainable Cooling for BuildingsResearchers at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have developed a unique cement-based paint that cools buildings by mimicking the human body’s ability to sweat.…
- Active Protection SystemActive Protection System is a "smart" textile that remains soft and flexible until it is struck by high-impact. The active ingredient in the fabric is a dilatant silicone coating, which is a shear thickening fluid (STF).
- MaterialDistrict Expo: My Modern MaterialsDuring SURFACE Design in Dubai, you can enjoy the MaterialDistrict Expo on 17, 18 and 19 September, with the theme My Modern Materials. This…
- The Future of Textiles & Fabrics: an interview with Anne Marie Commandeur & Liesbeth in ‘t HoutThe textile sector is evolving in many different sectors: the clothing industry, interior design, and technical applications. Textile innovation experts Anne Marie Commandeur and Liesbeth…
- Materia exhibiting at R+T 2014 in ShanghaiMateria will be present at R+T Asia in Shanghai 2014 with an exciting selection of materials geared to the Asian market. R+T Asia is…
- Natural Column ProjectBiomimicry is an impressive and important trend in current design. It's also a subject that received plenty of attention at Material Xperience 2014. A great…
- Material Xperience 2014 reviewMaterial Xperience 2014 The Netherlands was held last week in Rotterdam. The show, featuring Materia partners, materials’ innovation and a seminar programme, was a…
- Wall of FameMaterial Xperience 2014, our large show in the Netherlands, was all about the ‘The Smart Environment’. From high-tech laboratory composites to great new uses…
- What’s next for materials and design?Next week sees the first German edition of Material Xperience On Tour, the material innovation show that travels far and wide to keep you…
- Biomimicry at Material XperienceHow can biomimicry help in our shift from an industrial to an ecological society? This essential question is the topic of discussion during Michael…





















