University of Trento researchers have discovered a way to give spiders ultra-strong silk, and it involves spiking the spiders with graphene. The graphene (or carbon nanotubes) is said to only be as ...

The lockdown has given B. Krishnamoorthy, a traditional Kancheepuram silk weaver and designer, an opportunity to come up with a unique product. The national award winning weaver said he wanted to ...

Silk sheets are a luxurious option for bedding, amplifying the comfort and sophistication of your sleep. Silk, which is created from the natural protein fiber produced by silkworms, has been a favored ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Silk suiting; "Hava Coke" weave. A ...

Think silk, and for the average person in Tamil Nadu, Kanchipuram comes to mind. But when it comes to weaving pure silk saris, Salem is no behind. Traditional weavers at Chinthamaniyur, ...

From the delicate harvesting of lotus stems to the intricate 14-step process of creating a lotus silk scarf, artisan Phan Thị Thuận shares her passion and perseverance in preserving this special art.