Hang Liu2 (IMAGE) Washington State University Caption Washington State University textile researcher Hang Liu views a a microscopic image of the newly developed fibers showing their side-by-side mix where one side is cotton and the other contains the polyanaline polymer that can carry an electric current. Credit Dean Hare, Washington State University Usage Restrictions for use with stories associated with this press release License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.