Aalto University has developed a new process with global significance for working cellulose into a textile fiber.
The world’s first textile product made from Ioncell cellulose fiber
as well as other results yielded by research programs will be introduced
at a seminar to be held by the Finnish Bioeconomy Cluster FIBIC Oy on
November 20, 2013.
New solutions for utilising fiber-based material in the textile process attract global interest. “The production volumes of cotton cannot keep growing due to the volumes of water and cultivation area it demands. On the other hand, viscose is problematic because of the highly toxic chemicals used in its production,” says researcher Michael Hummel at Aalto University.
New solutions for utilising fiber-based material in the textile process attract global interest. “The production volumes of cotton cannot keep growing due to the volumes of water and cultivation area it demands. On the other hand, viscose is problematic because of the highly toxic chemicals used in its production,” says researcher Michael Hummel at Aalto University.
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| Marjaana Tanttu, student in the Master's Degree Programme in Textile Art and Design, works on the scarf. (Credit: Aalto University) |
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