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Engineering researchers at North Carolina State University have created an ultrathin, stretchable electronic material that contains silver nanowires and is gas-permeable, allowing the material to "breathe.” The material was designed for use in biomedical or wearable technologies because the gas permeability allows sweat and volatile organic compounds to evaporate away from the skin, making it more comfortable for users – especially for long-term wear.
