Poaching and a loss of natural habitat have left the northern white rhino extinct in the wild, but Japanese scientists are among those hatching a plan that could be a critical step toward rebuilding northern white rhino populations, A Tokyo-based startup is among a number of Japanese companies looking to weave their way into the rapidly expanding “smart” fabrics market, developing garments that benefit health and the environment.
The Brief #47 Saving rhinos with stem cells, Smart clothes
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