Circular economy and bioeconomy models have increasingly spread the principles of
sustainable development through different strategies such as reuse and recycling. Biomass …

Devices delivering sophisticated and natural haptic feedback often encompass numerous
mechanical elements, leading to increased sizes and wearability challenges. Shape …

Social stigma and human exceptionalism have contributed to unsustainable menstrual
products and a neglect for the nutrients in menstrual blood that can enrich soil. In a …

Diverse forms of material expressions can be achieved through practices that cross-fertilize
biology and design. Growing Design is one such practice in which designers grow materials …

The concept of User Experience (UX) dates back to the 1990s, but a shared definition of UX
is not available. As design integrates UX, different interpretations thereof can complicate the …

Biotechnology offers exciting opportunities for novel and more sustainable alternatives for
the design and manufacturing of products. One of the most promising approaches is the …

The fashion industry is highly responsible for critical environmental problems and the sector
is increasingly aware of the urgent need to embark on a sustainable transition. Materials …

Abstract Knowledge about materials is a fundamental element in product design education.
It involves learning engineering concept about the technical properties and selection tools …

Flavobacteria, which can be found in marine environments, are able to grow in highly
organized colonies producing vivid iridescent colorations. While much is known about the …

The increasing global population and rapid urbanization have led to high consumer demand
for construction and other raw materials. Manufacturing of synthetic material usually …