Original scientific paper about research conducted to evaluate how the structural changes of mercerized cotton influenced the crosslinking of cellulose fibers. Authors: Olivera Sauperl and others.

Short description of the chemical composition of cellulose, focused on the papermaking process.

Explanation of High Volume Instrument (HVI) cotton fiber measurements for classification according to color grade, fiber length, micronaire, and strength, and color, trash and length uniformity. From the US Department of Agriculture.

From Curl Bros. History, manufacture and properties of cotton fiber.

Technical paper presenting the image analysis algorithms developed for a microscopic system that specifically evaluates cotton properties from longitudinal views. Authors: Y. Huang and B. Xu.

Short article about the controversy over what natural fibers were traditionally used in the manufacture of paper. Author: Ellen McCrady.

Comprehensive summary of recent research on batch kier washing of raw cotton, and recommendations regarding prevention strategies for dust control involving washed cotton. From the US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

Paper dealing with cotton fiber and its characteristics, and the history of cotton growing and industrial processing. Includes a glossary of technical terms. From Cotton Australia.