Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Utah State researchers from around the university have come together to join in a combined effort to uncover, or in some cases rediscover, new uses for ancient materials.
The Natural Fiber Hub at USU is a new focal point for Aggie researchers to collaborate with each other, as well as with global experts, government agencies, and industry leaders to push the boundaries of fiber research.
The collaborative features expertise around traditional fibers, such as wool and hemp, as well as unconventional ones like spider silk and using hagfish proteins to spin fibers.
The hope is that this initiative will position USU at the forefront of natural fiber innovation.
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Since 1888, Utah State University established itself as a premier research institution known through the world for its intellectual and technological leadership. USU’s main campus is in Logan, plus 30 campuses throughout Utah. And as long as WiFi is available, you can be an Aggie anywhere through USU Online.
USU competes in 16 NCAA Division I sports. Our student section, the HURD, is one of the loudest and rowdiest in the nation. The diehards become True Aggies by kissing on the block “A” on Homecoming. Adrenaline junkies sled down Old Main hill between classes or rock climb outside. And everyone eats Aggie Ice Cream — even with a foot of snow on the ground.
#7 Best Bang for the Buck in the West - Washington Monthly
#8 Public University in the Nation - Washington Monthly
#11 Best Online Bachelor's Program - U.S. News & World Report
There’s a place for you at Utah State. Join us.
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USU is committed to a learning and working environment free from discrimination. For USU’s non-discrimination notice, see equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination.
Utah State researchers from around the university have come together to join in a combined effort to uncover, or in some cases rediscover, new uses for ancient materials.
The Natural Fiber Hub at USU is a new focal point for Aggie researchers to collaborate with each other, as well as with global experts, government agencies, and industry leaders to push the boundaries of fiber research.
The collaborative features expertise around traditional fibers, such as wool and hemp, as well as unconventional ones like spider silk and using hagfish proteins to spin fibers.
The hope is that this initiative will position USU at the forefront of natural fiber innovation.
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Since 1888, Utah State University established itself as a premier research institution known through the world for its intellectual and technological leadership. USU’s main campus is in Logan, plus 30 campuses throughout Utah. And as long as WiFi is available, you can be an Aggie anywhere through USU Online.
USU competes in 16 NCAA Division I sports. Our student section, the HURD, is one of the loudest and rowdiest in the nation. The diehards become True Aggies by kissing on the block “A” on Homecoming. Adrenaline junkies sled down Old Main hill between classes or rock climb outside. And everyone eats Aggie Ice Cream — even with a foot of snow on the ground.
#7 Best Bang for the Buck in the West - Washington Monthly
#8 Public University in the Nation - Washington Monthly
#11 Best Online Bachelor's Program - U.S. News & World Report
There’s a place for you at Utah State. Join us.
https://usu.edu/admissions/aggielife/
Follow Us
FB: facebook.com/UtahState
IG: instagram.com/USUAggielife
TW: twitter.com/USUAggies
USU is committed to a learning and working environment free from discrimination. For USU’s non-discrimination notice, see equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination.
