Application 1: Mineralised fibre templates

With our know-how we can create structures and cross-sections that enable new applications. This includes hollow-core protein fibres that have properties that differ from solid fibres. 

We are always drawn towards applications that will only work with protein fibres. Using chemistry unique to our protein fibre system, it is possible to template minerals such as silica to create new forms of glass fibre. This creates a foundation for the next generation of flexible optics and potentially for functionality and responsiveness. 

Light travels faster through air compared to glass. Can protein fibres unlock new geometries for hollow core optical fibres? We think so. This will lead to faster fibres, lower loss and higher power transmission.