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Nanotechnology and Textiles

Solar-powered vests and mosquito-proof dresses are examples of advanced tech in clothing.

Aired 11/16/2022

QED With Dr. B

Nanotechnology and Textiles

Clip: Season 2 Episode 3 | 6m 4sVideo has Closed Captions

Solar-powered vests and mosquito-proof dresses are examples of advanced tech in clothing.

Dr. Juan Hinestroza, the Rebecca Q Morgan Professor of Fiber Science & Apparel Design at Cornell University, combines nanotechnology with textile science. From solar-powered vests to mosquito-proof dresses, his research team builds advanced technologies that can be worn as clothing.

Aired 11/16/2022

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Support for QED with Dr. B is provided by Battelle, American Electric Power Foundation, Bath & Body Works Foundation, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and William and Diane Dawson Foundation.

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