Revolutionary fabric developed by UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering can help urban residents survive heatwaves by blocking sun and infrared radiation.
Revolutionary fabric developed by UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering can help urban residents survive heatwaves, with applications in clothing, building design, and food storage. The material can block the sun's and emitted infrared radiation from buildings and pavement, keeping temperatures lower in urban heat islands. As global temperatures rise and cities become more populated, this fabric innovation may help mitigate the deadly impacts of heatwaves.
June 13, 2024
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