In this case, we’re talking about genetically modified yeast that produces spider silk. If that sounds like a lead-in to some Spiderman jokes and sci-fi references, you are correct on both accounts.

While spider silk proteins are something you can make in your garage, making useful drag line fibers has proved a daunting challenge. Now, a team of scientists from Japan and Hong Kong are closer ...

She's preppy and sporty. The history of pleated skirts dates back centuries, with evidence of their existence found in ancient civilizations. However, it was during the 20th century that pleated ...

The 27-year-old also stole 19 boxes of Cadbury Mini Eggs and a caramel easter egg. The products came to a total value of £148.80. Surtees' case was heard at Bradford And Keighley Magistrates ...

TSURUOKA, Yamagata Prefecture--A biotechnology startup based here is drawing major attention from investors for its development of spider silk for use as a synthetic fiber. Spider silk ...

Mushroom pleated design for soft edge and modern-classic look. This Vienna Chevron Mushroom Pleat Shade features an in-house curated print reminiscent of the ikat style, adding a touch of ...

Mushroom pleated design for soft edge and modern-classic look. This Vienna Chevron Mushroom Pleat Shade features an in-house curated print reminiscent of the ikat style, adding a touch of ...

The idea behind the Pleat Box is that of a sophisticated combination between a digitally-designed crease in a piece of cloth, the silhouette of which is applied to a ceramic base. The outer part of ...

Port-au-Prince.- Customs authorities in Belladere, a commune in Haiti near the border with the Dominican Republic, seized approximately 15,000 eggs contained in about 500 boxes. These eggs, ...