Silks are protein-based fibers made by arthropods for a variety of task-specific applications.
In this article, we review the key features of silk proteins. This article initially focuses on the …

This book on 'Chemistry and Technology of Natural and Synthetic Dyes and Pigments' is a
priority publication by IntechOpen publisher and it relates to sustainable approaches …

The rising demand for natural dyes creates opportunities for farmers and artisans, boosting
employment and local economies. This research investigates the utilization of a natural …

Biopolymers are suitable replacement materials for different chemical processes. In this
work, silk yarns were treated with different chitosan concentration and then dyed with mono …

Globalization has completely changed the fashion industry and its approach toward
sustainability. Fast changing trends are majorly focused on synthetic dyes and fabrics. And …

The trials were under taken to screen print silk fabric with Butea monosperma flower dye
extract using natural thickening against ie cassia seed gum and mango kernel gum with two …

The aim of the current research is to study the improvement of dyeability of silk fabrics using
surface modification performed by corona discharge and chitosan pre-treatment. Effects of …

In this paper, firstly the effects of environmentally friendly degumming methods on the
morphology and structure of fibers have been investigated. Then the dyeing behaviors of …

Natural Kosa silk is one of the textile fibers to be used in apparel application. Since it is
proteinous and hygroscopic fiber and gets affected easily by microbes during usage and …

Silk is one of the valuable fibers in textile industry. It is used for delicate applications in many
areas such as sarees, suitings, curtains and luxurious interiors. To diversify the properties …