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Materials are the single most important underpinning of all that is innovative in 21st century design. A material can spark an idea. A material can transform an idea into reality. Through active public programming: Exhibitions, Lectures, Books, and our quarterly magazine, we share the materials that matter with you.
 Matter 8.2: The Wellness Issue

8.2 The Wellness Issue
Health and wellness - two of modern day society's most important and popular topics, are also at the forefront of technological innovation.  In our latest issue of Matter, we investigate the most recent advancements in the industry, from mood improving lamps, to wearable healthcare monitoring systems and pharmaceutical reminders sent to your cell phone. Read on for the full scoop.
 Exhibitions

Thai Materials: July 19 - September 30, 2011

Organized by Material ConneXion Bangkok and the Thailand Creative & Design Center, Thai Materials tells the story of contemporary Thai design as a driver of economic growth in Thailand through a look at some of the most intriguing Thai materials inducted into Material ConneXion's global library in recent years. Read the press release>

 

 

 

 
 Ideas

Surface Magazine: "More is Less"

Which convention-bending materials will inspire tomorrow's fashion forward designs? Surface asked Dr. Andrew Dent, our VP of Materials Research, for six introductions set to influence what designers will be making. Discover them all

 

 

 
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