Our focus
The main research areas of research group Sustainable & Functional Textiles are:
Sustainable textiles
This line of research focuses on studying the opportunities and challenges for a circular and more sustainable textile industry. Our Circular Textile Lab enables rapid prototyping of circular textiles, using both recycled and virgin materials. Working closely with industry partners, we carry out a wide range of projects related to the circular textile value chain. Examples include using spectroscopic analytical tools for textile sorting, optimising chemical and mechanical recycling processes and investigating different applications of recycled fibres in yarns and fabrics.
Functional textiles
Functional Textiles are having a major impact in a wide range of sectors: from fashion to technical applications. In healthcare, they are paving the way for smart clothin that can monitor vital functions, accelerate wound healing and provide therapeutic benefits. Integrating smart materials into textiles brings a new level of interaction between textiles and the environment, leading to improved user experiences and new applications.