LibGuides: Textile Science : Online Access & Quick Reference

Books Available Online

J.J. Pizzuto’s Fabric Science. 9th ed.

Textiles

Smart Textiles

Textiles: Types, Uses and Production Methods

Library resources

Applied Science & Technology Source This link opens in a new window
Scholarly & technical articles, from 1997 - current, with indexing from 1983 - current.
Material Connexion This link opens in a new window
A material database with access to innovative, sustainable materials and technologies from 75+ industries.

New users may set up an account by clicking on “Log In” at the upper right corner and following the prompts.

Faculty may book class tours to visit Material Connexion. Appointments are required. Please contact Lana Bittman - lana_bittman[at]fitnyc.edu for details.
Textile Technology Complete (TTC) This link opens in a new window
Coverage of scientific and technological aspects of textile production & processing.
WGSN Insight This link opens in a new window
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Consumer, marketing, retail, and innovation trends.
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- login via the proxy and then with your WGSN username and password select the part of the site you wish to use from the top menu
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For additional electronic resources to help you research textile technology, check out our comprehensive listing of textile e-resources.

This is the complete list of Textile-related Periodicals in the library:

FIT & New Technology

The FIT AlgiKnit team, led by Professor Asta Skocir (Fashion Design) won a National Geographic 'Chasing Genius' award and $25,000 to pursue the idea of a new sustainable fiber made from algae.