Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI) is pleased to announce that four of its innovative technologies have been selected as finalists in the Edison Awards 2026. The shortlisted technologies span advanced materials, healthcare, smart protection and digital security, highlighting NAMI’s strength in translating materials science into real-world solutions that enhance performance, safety and sustainability. Stay tuned for the announcement of the winners in April!
The shortlisted technologies are: (1) Oscillaware Fiber – a groundbreaking eco-friendly elastic fiber offering adaptive muscle support. It provides over 3x support of traditional fibers during intense activity, reducing injury risks. Produced via sustainable melt spinning, it combines comfort, breathability and design freedom, revolutionizing textile performance and functionality; (2) NuHip – the first shower-friendly hip protector, addressing the highest fall risk. Its one-size-fits-all design adapts to various body shapes, provides Level 2 impact protection (EN1621-1) and reduces a 10,000 N impact to under 2,500 N for preventing fractures. Being skin-friendly and soft, NuHip promotes daily wear for safer, more independent living.
(3) dxp® – an innovative all-directional impact management system. It can be assembled into a wide range of helmets without compromising comfort or breathability. This technology is co-developed with Dacy Pro Limited; (4) NIR Secure Anti-counterfeit Solutions – an advanced authentication solution that embeds invisible NIR-absorbing materials into packaging for discreet security. Instantly verified via a smartphone NIR-Reader and app, it offers a scalable, robust system to combat counterfeiting and ensure product authenticity without disrupting design or production. The technology is co-developed with Zhuhai Print-Rite New Materials Corporation Ltd.
