You may just be onto something,as it wouldn't surprise me in the least....
I wonder where they are with Gen 3 technical though....
Our third line of products, which we refer to as “Gen 3 technical and medical fiber,” is designed to move beyond the physical, mechanical and chemical properties of natural spider silk. Gen 3 fibers are in a relatively early stage of development and will incorporate such elements as antibacterial agents for medical use, and metallic ions for use in industrial processes.
That info has been on the website for quite a while.
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