Hydrogels and Aerogels for Functional Textiles: From Sustainable Syntheses to Applications - Hardcover

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Dr. Sheraz Ahmad currently is an Associate Professor at National Textile University, Pakistan. He did Ph.D. in Textile engineering with a focus on textile fibers from Université de Haute Alsace Mulhouse, France. He has authored over 73 peer-reviewed journal articles, 5 books, and 23 conference communications. He led development of several innovative technologies/ industrial solutions which are successfully licensed/transferred to industry for commercialization. These technologies include the development of a novel mechano-chemical process for extraction of banana fibers from agro-waste and their use in high-end textiles, licensed to Interloop Ltd. In addition to this, his research team has developed eco-friendly technology to extract alternative natural fibers such as Sisal etc., and convert them into clothing applications.
Dr. Faheem Ahmad has completed his PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Koç University Istanbul, Turkey. He is currently working as Assistant Professor at the National Textile University Faisalabad, Pakistan. In addition to his expertise in functional textiles, he has actively worked on alternative natural fibers, exploring their processing techniques and conducting comprehensive Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs). He has authored 40 research publications.
 
Prof. Yasir Nawab is a renowned scholar and researcher with a remarkable career that has had a significant impact on textile science and engineering, particularly in the textile industry.
He is currently an Adjunct Professor at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, and a Tenured Professor at National Textile University in Faisalabad, Pakistan. He has authored more than 170 journal publications, edited more than 10 books.
Dr. Farooq Azam has completed his PhD in Textile Engineering from the National Textile University, Faisalabad, Pakistan. He currently works as a Lecturer at the National Textile University, Faisalabad, Pakistan. In addition to his expertise in functional textiles, he has actively researched hydrogel and aerogel-based polymeric fibers and textiles using natural materials. He has authored 25 peer reviewed international journal research publications.

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Explores sustainable innovations with hydrogels and aerogels for high-performance, eco-friendly textile applications

The increasing global demand for sustainable, multifunctional, and high-performance materials has positioned hydrogels and aerogels as transformative resources within textile engineering. Hydrogels and Aerogels for Functional Textiles: From Sustainable Syntheses to Applications provides an in-depth treatment of the science, synthesis, and practical use of these advanced materials. Covering both fundamental research and applied technologies, this comprehensive volume highlights the growing importance of renewable and biodegradable systems, offering readers a robust understanding of how cellulose-based hydrogels and aerogels are driving innovation in eco-fashion, biomedical textiles, protective clothing, and smart wearable systems.

Organized into thematic sections, the book begins with an introduction to the chemistry, synthesis methods, and structural properties of hydrogels and aerogels, detailing their functional advantages in moisture management, thermal insulation, flame resistance, antimicrobial activity, and biodegradability. It then examines cutting-edge applications ranging from sustainable fashion solutions to advanced biomedical systems such as wound dressings, drug delivery platforms, and biosensors. Later chapters explore their roles in adaptive wearables, protective clothing, and extreme-environment gear, underscoring their transformative impact on multiple industries. The concluding sections address critical barriers to commercialization, including cost efficiency, recycling, and biocompatibility, while proposing innovative strategies rooted in green chemistry and circular economy models.

The first comprehensive resource of its kind to link hydrogel and aerogel fundamentals to textile applications, Hydrogels and Aerogels for Functional Textiles:

• Features contributions from leading international experts in textile engineering, materials science, and biomedical research
• Covers natural, synthetic, hybrid, and responsive material systems
• Applies practical focus on recyclability, durability, and economic feasibility of advanced textile systems
• Integrates sustainability principles with circular economy and green chemistry approaches
• Includes case studies illustrating innovations in areas such as eco-fashion and wearable technologies
• Offers forward-looking discussions of market trends, regulation, and commercialization challenges

Hydrogels and Aerogels for Functional Textiles: From Sustainable Syntheses to Applications is an essential reference for graduate and postgraduate students in textile engineering, materials science, and polymer chemistry, as well as researchers in environmental science and biomedical engineering. It is equally valuable for courses in sustainable textiles, functional materials, and advanced polymer engineering.