https://phys.org/news/2018-10-composite-material-cool-extreme-temperatures.html > "A major challenge in material science is to work out how to regulate man-made material temperature as the human body can do in relationship to its environment," explains lead author Dr. Mark Alston, Assistant Professor in Environmental Design, from the Faculty of Engineering. > The research used a network of multiple microchannels with active flowing fluids (fluidics) as a method and proof of concept to develop a thermally-functional material made of a synthetic polymer. The material is enhanced with precise control measures that can switch conductive states to manage its own temperature in relationship to its environment.