A group of researchers led by Prof. Tao Xiao-ming at the Institute of Textiles and Clothing, recently collaborated with a Chinese mainland fibre producer and research institute to develop a new eco-friendly fibre blend in order to meet the market needs for non-toxic and biodegradable polymers. With the blend’s anti-microbial and biocompatible properties, it is much more suitable for the production of bedding, upholstery textiles and medical applications including compression stockings, wound dressings, surgical gowns and masks. More information can be read from here.