Project description
Innovative custom-fit biotextile for healthcare
Silk-based biomedical biotextiles have been widely used in the clinical sector. When it comes to fibre formation, natural silks have demonstrated a significantly higher efficiency and sustainability than synthetic polymers. A silk aquamelt is the nanocomposite state of biological matter that is produced through the spinning process by spiders and silkworms. This material combines strength, toughness, utility and safety. The EU-funded SAM project aims to introduce bespoke silk aquamelts to the medical market for novel healthcare solutions. SAM will offer a solution for the replacement of plastic that involves no genetically modified organisms, non-toxic chemicals, and water as the only by-product.
Fields of science
Programme(s)
Funding Scheme
CSA - Coordination and support action
Coordinator
SPINTEX ENGINEERING LIMITED
Net EU contribution
€ 100 000,00
Address
Sterling House 19/23 High Street, Kidlington
OX5 2DH Oxford
United Kingdom
OX5 2DH Oxford
United Kingdom
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Region
South East (England) Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Oxfordshire
Activity type
Private for-profit entities (excluding Higher or Secondary Education Establishments)
Other funding
€ 25 000,00