Tag Sustainable fashion materials

Innovations in Sericulture

Genetic Engineering Silkworms: A Breakthrough in Textile Innovation

I recently found out something cool. Scientists have genetically modified silkworms to make silk with special properties. This discovery is changing the textile world. It lets us make sustainable and new textiles. By adding certain genes to silkworms, researchers can…

Daniel Miranda
setembro 23, 2025

Types of Silk

Silk from Different Insects: Exploring the Unique Fibers

I recently found out that silkworm silk isn’t the only silk out there. Many insects make their own special fibers with unique qualities. The variety of silk sources is really interesting. Mulberry silk is well-known, but insects like oak silkworms…

Daniel Miranda
setembro 23, 2025