RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., July 5, 2024 – ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Digital Labs offer online trainings, lectures, and informational discussions for textile-related topics, hosted by top industry and academic experts.
Thus far, ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥has had multiple digital labs ranging from a wide array of topics. In 2024 alone, ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥has presented the following four digital labs:
ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥is offering two digital labs this summer, continuing its commitment to provide accessible, expert-led education for the global textile community. These online sessions will cover critical topics in textile sustainability and natural dyeing techniques, offering valuable insights for industry professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts.
Join ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥on July 12, 2024, at 10:00AM (ET) as Professors Chuanlan Liu and Sibei Xia from Louisiana State University take a deep look at the increasingly significant role of sustainability and technology in the textile and apparel industry. The textile and apparel industry can both exacerbate and alleviate sustainability concerns. Industries like fashion frequently have significant environmental impacts due to resource-intensive manufacturing, consumption, and waste generation. Nevertheless, an increasing recognition of the need for ecological practices in these fields motivates innovative experts to embrace environmentally friendly materials, energy-efficient technology, and ethical production techniques, thereby reducing their environmental footprint. This digital lab seeks to disseminate and discuss novel concepts and emerging technology related to the fast-developing sector, including business approaches and communication technologies, to investigate inventive solutions within the textile and apparel industry.
Chuanlan Liu is a Professor at Louisiana State University. Her expertise is in fashion entrepreneurship, fashion communication and branding, and retail merchandising. Dr. Liu’s research focuses on consumer experiences and well-being, sustainability, co-branding, and entrepreneurship in fashion. She has published research in SSCI journals and earned Google Scholar citations of 2,274.
Sibei Xia is an Assistant Professor at Louisiana State University. Her expertise is in customized product development, fashion technologies, and fashion data mining. She has earned her Ph.D. in Textile Technology Management and her Master of Computer Science in Data Science track from North Carolina State University.
In a world increasingly conscious of sustainability and environmental impact, the resurgence of interest in natural dyes presents both a nod to tradition and an embrace of innovation. On August 28, 2024, at 10:00AM (ET) Kavyashree Mruthyunjaya Swamy, Textile Designer, will delve into the art and science of screen printing with natural dyes, offering a comprehensive exploration of techniques, materials, and creative possibilities. By harnessing the beauty of nature’s palette, this digital lab not only honors ancient traditions but also contributes to a more sustainable future, meeting the growing demand for eco-friendly and ethically produced textiles.
Kavyashree Mruthyunjaya Swamy (Kavya) is a skilled textile designer celebrated for her knack in print design and skillful use of natural dyes. She loves weaving sustainability into her work, effortlessly merging traditional methods with contemporary aesthetics to craft stunning textile pieces. Her designs not only showcase her love for nature but also her dedication to ethical fashion, earning her widespread recognition as a leading voice in eco-friendly textile arts.
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