Polyester was once thought to be a wonder fiber. Both durable and efficient, with no need for farmland or vast amounts of water, it threatened to leave natural fibers like cotton in the dust. It turns ...

When people talk about the fabric of life, they most often mean it metaphorically. But many of the most basic materials humans touch and use everyday are made from fabrics. From bed sheets, clothing, ...

Plastic’s versatility is pretty fantastic. Its tendency to linger forever, however? Markedly less so. That’s why a new joint venture wants bring to market a technology that allows polyester and other ...