We’ve all seen how technology can improve the retail experience and some of the latest best examples have been produced by our very own digital team. But what’s the next hot new smart material that we can put to good use?

As stated on their website “OpenMaterials is a research group dedicated to open investigation and experimentation with DIY production methods and uses of materials.” It is a very small platform and some of it is quite old news but still worth having a look. While you’re at it check out BareConductive for all things conductive materials.

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