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.