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• Bioplastics
• Materials Chemistry
• Polymers
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Andreas Mautner is an Assistant Professor and Head of the BioPlastics Technology research group at the Institute of Environmental Biotechnology, Department für Biotechnologie und Lebensmittelwissenschaften, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). He is based at the IFA-Tulln research facility and holds a Dr. techn. in Technical Chemistry from TU Wien, with postdoctoral experience at Imperial College London and the University of Vienna. His research lies at the intersection of sustainable materials and environmental biotechnology, with a focus on bioplastics, nanocellulose, polymer composites, and the valorization of renewable and waste resources such as wood, agricultural residues, and mixed textile waste. His work emphasizes the development of high-performance, eco-friendly materials for applications in water treatment, packaging, and advanced functional materials. Mautner’s recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward circular economy solutions, including the upcycling of textile blends into biopolymers, the use of fungal and agricultural waste for material synthesis, and the development of hybrid membranes for selective pollutant removal. His research integrates materials chemistry, process engineering, and environmental science to create innovative biobased materials. He actively supervises academic theses and is involved in multiple research projects funded by national and international agencies. Mautner serves as a peer reviewer for over 20 scientific journals, including Composites Part B , Biomacromolecules , and ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering , and is a member of professional societies such as the American Chemical Society, European Bioplastics, and the Austrian Chemical Society. His community engagement includes scientific peer review for funding bodies like the Czech Science Foundation and the National Science Center (Poland), as well as participation in PhD and habilitation committees at universities including the University of Vienna and Luleå University of Technology.

Jan Ole RypestølView profile

Professor

• Innovation Studies
• Entrepreneurship
• Regional Industrial Development
• +7 more

Jan Ole Rypestøl is a Professor at the Department of Management and Innovation, School of Business and Law, University of Agder, Norway. He is actively engaged in research and academic leadership, focusing on innovation, regional development, and industrial transformation. He coordinates the Innovation and Transformation specialization in the Master’s programme in Management and Business Development and serves as program manager for ORG-454 at Master’s level. His research spans innovation studies, entrepreneurship, economic geography, institutional economics, and sustainable regional restructuring. Rypestøl emphasizes the integration of system and actor perspectives to understand change agents in industrial transformation processes. His work often explores themes such as asset modification, digitalization, green transitions, and regional resilience. The recent publications of Professor Rypestøl reflect a strong focus on sustainable regional restructuring, particularly in Nordic and Norwegian contexts. His articles investigate green path development, innovation networks, digital transformation, and the role of human agency in industrial change. These works are published in high-quality journals and edited volumes, demonstrating interdisciplinary engagement across economics, geography, and policy studies. He is affiliated with RIST – Research Centre for Studies of Innovation for Sustainable Transition, contributing to collaborative research on sustainable industrial change. While no specific scientific awards are listed, his extensive publication record and editorial roles indicate significant academic recognition. Professor Rypestøl has supervised numerous Master’s and PhD students, though specific names are not provided. He has also contributed to multiple research reports, some publicly available through NORCE. His recent co-edited books suggest ongoing leadership in shaping scholarly discourse on regional innovation and sustainability. He is actively involved in research teams and centers focused on innovation and sustainable transition, particularly through RIST. His collaborative work with scholars like Arne Isaksen, Roman Martin, and Anders Örtenblad highlights strong interdisciplinary and institutional partnerships.

Ana Carolina CassoniView profile

Researcher

• Phytoremediation
• Lignin Valorization
• Sustainable Textile Solutions
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Ana Carolina Cassoni is a researcher at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF) and a PhD student at the School of Biotechnology, Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP). Her work spans sustainable bioprocesses, lignin valorization, and agro-food waste management, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. BSc in Biology (2009-2013), University of Porto MSc in Ecology, Environment and Territory (2013-2016), University of Porto Her research focuses on: Phytoremediation using constructed wetlands Development of sustainable textiles from waste valorization Lignin-based biopesticides for nematode control Deep eutectic solvent applications in antioxidant recovery Article trends highlight expertise in lignin valorization, waste-to-resource strategies, and sustainable agricultural/textile innovations. Key subfields include eutectic solvent chemistry, biopolymer isolation, and circular economy implementation. Scientific awards include: 2nd Place at BFK Ideas 2021 3rd Place at Online Conference for Young Researchers 2022 Two 1st Place awards at 2023 conferences Active in academic networks, Cassoni serves on the CBQF board and chairs conference committees, emphasizing her role in advancing sustainable biotechnology solutions.

Sary AWADView profile

Associate Professor

• Renewable Energy
• Biofuels
• CO2 Reduction
• +5 more

Sary AWAD is an Associate Professor in the Energy and Environmental Systems department at IMT Atlantique, a leading technological university in France with campuses in Brest, Nantes, and Rennes. Based at the Nantes campus, Dr. AWAD focuses on sustainable energy solutions, particularly in the areas of biofuels, CO2 reduction, and waste valorization. Dr. AWAD's research spans multiple dimensions of renewable energy systems, with particular emphasis on biofuel production from various biomass sources, thermochemical conversion processes, and engine performance with alternative fuels. The research portfolio demonstrates expertise in both fundamental reaction engineering and applied energy systems, with publications covering biodiesel production, bioethanol from agricultural waste, plastic waste conversion, and thermal energy systems. Recent work shows increasing focus on circular economy approaches, particularly in building material recycling and non-energetic valorization of waste streams. Analysis of recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrated systems thinking, combining technical, economic, and environmental assessment in energy research. The work spans from fundamental reaction kinetics in continuous reactors to full-scale techno-enviro-economic analysis of biofuel production facilities. There is particular expertise in process intensification techniques, including chaotic mixing for biodiesel production and advanced heat transfer solutions for energy systems. Dr. AWAD's research has significant implications for sustainable energy transition, with practical applications in transportation fuels, waste management, and building sustainability. The work bridges fundamental chemical engineering principles with real-world implementation challenges in the energy sector.

• Engineering Design
• Interaction Design
• Design for Sustainability
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Dr Gokula Vasantha is an Associate Professor at the School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment at Edinburgh Napier University. His research focuses on engineering design, interaction design, and sustainable manufacturing practices. Key research themes include patent management, crowdsourcing for innovation, and predictive design systems. He explores spatio-temporal dynamics in manufacturing safety and the role of cognitive factors in rural workforce optimization. His publications analyze design reuse metrics, affective patent interpretation, and facility layout optimization. Recent work emphasizes AI-driven trajectory prediction and serious games for industrial safety training. Funders include the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council and the British Council . He collaborates with researchers like Corney, Quigley, and Wodehouse. Current projects address circular business models, smart factory design, and predictive CAD systems. No scientific awards are mentioned, and no student advisees are listed. Lab affiliations include the Centre for Interaction Design and Engineering Research Group.

• Fashion Design
• Sociology of Fashion
• Cultural Aspects of Fashion
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Catarina Vasques Rito is an Assistant Professor at Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias , specializing in Fashion Design and its sociocultural, technological, and sustainability dimensions. Her work bridges academic research with industry innovation. Education: PhD in Fashion Design (Universidade da Beira Interior/Universidade do Minho, 2019); BSc in Communication and Journalism (Instituto Português de Estudos Superiores, 1999) Research Focus: Cultural identity in fashion, sustainability practices, and textile technology. She explores how academic education shapes national fashion brands and integrates traditional techniques with modern innovation. Article Trends: Her publications (2017–2025) emphasize Portuguese cultural identity , traditional textile technologies , gender-neutral fashion , and sustainable practices , often contextualized through case studies and interdisciplinary collaborations. Awards: No explicit awards mentioned in the provided text. Advising: Supervised 11 master's dissertations and 6 bachelor's theses. Participated as Co-Investigator in a project focused on fashion internationalization. Labs/Teams: Involved in organizing academic events like Over&Out fashion shows and Simpósio do Ensino da Moda e a ITV , which highlight student work and industry partnerships.

• Fashion Sustainability
• Circular Textiles
• Fashion Studies
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Tiziana Ferrero-Regis is an Associate Professor in the School of Design at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), within the Faculty of Creative Industries, Education & Social Justice. Her work bridges fashion, sustainability, cultural studies, and social justice, with a strong emphasis on circularity, ethical design, and policy development. She co-leads the TextileR: The Future of Fashion group and the Circularity programme at the QUT Resilience Centre, and is a Chief Investigator on an ARC Discovery Project focused on regenerative fashion economies. PhD in Historical Imagination in Italian Cinema, Griffith University Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) Member, Australian Fashion Council Her research interests center on sustainable fashion, circular textiles, second-hand clothing practices, design ethics, and the cultural politics of fashion. She employs interdisciplinary methodologies to explore the intersections of place, culture, and industry. Her work critically examines global value chains, waste colonialism, and the socio-political dimensions of textile lifecycles, with a commitment to community engagement and justice-oriented research. Her recent publications reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary, policy-relevant, and environmentally conscious research. Themes include the critique of second-hand clothing trade, the sustainability narratives of wool on social media, bacterial cellulose as a biomaterial, gendered policy barriers in textiles, and the mapping of regional fashion networks. These works demonstrate a consistent focus on circularity, equity, innovation, and sustainability across the fashion lifecycle. Chief Investigator, ARC Discovery Project 2025: Valuing the Handmade Editorial Board Member, Clothing Cultures , Studies in Costume and Performance , ZoneModa Journal Advisor, National Clothing Product Stewardship Scheme Consultant for industry and government on circular economy transition Tiziana supervises PhD, Master’s, and Honours students on topics ranging from fashion curation to sustainable business models. She has led significant research projects on local procurement, circular communities, and sustainable fashion communication. She is actively engaged in community work, including with Aboriginal communities in Queensland and women workers in the textile industry in India. Her teaching includes fashion history, theory, design consequences, and design ethics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She co-leads the TextileR research group and the Circularity programme at the QUT Resilience Centre, fostering collaborative, transdisciplinary research aimed at transforming fashion into a more sustainable and equitable industry.

• Consumer Behaviour
• Ethical Consumption
• Sustainability
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Tara Stringer is a PhD candidate at Queensland University of Technology, jointly affiliated with Creative Industries (Fashion) and QUT Business School. As a sessional academic, she leverages expertise in marketing and consumer behaviour to advance research on ethical consumption and sustainability within fashion supply chains. Her academic background includes: Bachelor of Nursing Master of Business (Integrated Marketing Communications) Stringer's research critically examines barriers to pro-social consumer behaviour, with concentrated focus on fast fashion's impact on purchasing decisions and consumer perceptions of modern slavery. She investigates the psychological disconnect between ethical awareness and actual consumption patterns, particularly regarding worker welfare concerns in global supply chains. Her publication trajectory reveals consistent thematic progression from foundational studies on ethical purchase intentions (2020) through consumer attitude analysis (2021-2022) toward sophisticated examinations of contextual factors like country-of-origin effects (2025). This scholarly evolution demonstrates deepening methodological rigor while maintaining practical relevance to industry sustainability challenges. No scientific awards have been documented in available records. As a doctoral candidate, Stringer does not supervise graduate students. Public records contain no information regarding research grants secured for her projects. She actively contributes to TextileR: Future Textile Industries, a multidisciplinary initiative developing circular economy frameworks for textile manufacturing and fashion retail systems.

Lydia Ayorkor ManiesonView profile

Part-Time Lecturer

• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Fashion
• Consumer Behavior
• +3 more

Lydia Ayorkor Manieson is a PhD candidate and sessional academic at Queensland University of Technology, working within the School of Design. Her academic work focuses on the intersection of fashion industry practices and sustainability, with particular emphasis on circular economy models. Her research interests include: Circular Economy models in fashion Consumer behavior and clothing value perception Global textile waste flows from Global West to Global South Social, environmental and economic implications of second-hand clothing trade Sustainable fashion education approaches Manieson's publications demonstrate a methodical approach to understanding sustainable fashion systems. Her work examines both micro-level consumer decision-making processes and macro-level global trade systems. This dual perspective reveals how individual clothing valuation connects to broader international textile flows, highlighting the complex interplay between personal behavior and global economic structures. Her research has appeared in significant publications including the Journal of Industrial Ecology and the International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of her work that bridges environmental science, consumer psychology, and fashion industry practices. Her most recent work critiques the second-hand clothing trade system while exploring how circular economy concepts are communicated and understood within fashion education contexts.

• Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing
• Industrial Automation
• Computer Vision
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Ruskowski is a leading academic in industrial automation and AI, affiliated with Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU) and serving as Research Unit Director for Innovative Fabriksysteme at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) . He also chairs the Technologie-Initiative SmartFactory KL e.V. and has held executive industrial roles, including R&D Head at KUKA Industries Group. Research Areas : AI-enabled automation, robotics as machine tools, ontology engineering for digital twins, human-centric AI, and sustainable manufacturing. Projects : RAASCEMAN (resilient supply chains), STAR (secure human-AI collaboration), PHYSICS (hybrid space-time continuum for FAAS), ReCircE (digital lifecycle records for circular economy), MAS4AI (multi-agent AI for modular production). Publications span computer vision for quality control, ontology engineering for sustainability, and AI integration in manufacturing, reflecting interdisciplinary expertise bridging academia and industry. No formal scientific awards are documented in the provided texts.

Emma SamsioeView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Consumer Behavior
• Digitalization
• Sustainability
• +5 more

Emma Samsioe is a Senior Lecturer at Lund University's Department of Service Studies, affiliated with the Centre for Trade Research. She specializes in consumer behavior, digitalization, and sustainability, focusing on consumer learning and competences. Current projects include sustainable fashion consumption research through the F/ACT Movement and the FORMAS-funded Sustainable Clothing Futures project exploring digital business models in fashion. Previously, she worked at RISE on energy consumer studies and holds a PhD in fast fashion consumption analysis (2017). Leading the Retail Management undergraduate program Member of Sweden's National Platform for Sustainable Fashion and Textiles Co-author/co-editor of multiple books including 'The Future of Consumption' (2023) Her research bridges consumer practices with digital innovations, examining how platforms reshape sustainable behaviors in fashion and food sectors. Recent work analyzes circular fashion activities, digital service platforms, and pandemic-driven food shopping adaptations. Active in Horizon Europe and FORMAS-funded projects, she collaborates internationally on topics like industrial waste prevention and consumer agency.

Marie Ekstedt BjersingView profile

Lecturer

• Weaving Technology
• Textile Materials
• Textile History
• +3 more

Marie Ekstedt Bjersing is a Lecturer at the University of Borås, affiliated with the Department of Textile Technology within the Faculty of Textiles, Engineering and Business. Her primary teaching focuses on weaving technology and textile materials, combining academic rigor with hands-on craft expertise. Her research interests span textile history, historical artifact reconstruction (e.g., the circular collar of Tutankhamun), and modern textile innovation such as the 'Textile muscles for augmenting garments' project. She explores production and technological advancements in weaving from historical contexts to futuristic applications. No academic awards or publications are explicitly listed in the provided text. Current involvement includes collaborative research projects but no detailed grant or advising information is available.

Sidharath JoshiView profile

Researcher

• Supply Chain Management
• Textile Value Chain
• Circular Economy
• +6 more

Sidharath Joshi is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Textile Value Chain Management Research Group at the University of Borås, Sweden. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Textiles, Engineering and Business, specifically within the Department of Business Administration and Textile Management. His educational background includes: Doctorate degree (D. Eng) and Master's degree in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering from the Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand (awarded HM King's Scholarship) Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Shoolini University, India Sidharath Joshi's research focuses on designing resilient and sustainable supply chains within the textile sector. His work emphasizes advanced recycling strategies and promoting circular economy principles. His expertise spans supply chain resilience, risk management, sustainability, network design, contract management, mathematical modeling, and supply chain optimization. His research has significant implications for creating more robust and environmentally friendly textile value chains, addressing critical challenges in an industry undergoing rapid transformation due to globalization and technological advances. His publication record shows a clear evolution from mechanical engineering topics (2016-2017) to specialized supply chain management research (2020-2025). The majority of his recent work focuses on supply chain resilience, capacity management under disruption risks, and sustainable supply chain network design, reflecting the increasing importance of these topics in global supply chains. His scientific achievements have been recognized through several awards including the prestigious HM King's Scholarship, AIT Fellowship, and Gold medallist award. His research has garnered over 10,801 reads and 113 citations according to ResearchGate metrics, indicating meaningful engagement with the academic community. Sidharath Joshi serves as Principal Supervisor (contact: rudrajeet.pal@hb.se) and Assistant Supervisor (contact: vijay.kumar@hb.se), demonstrating his role in mentoring graduate students. His collaborative research network includes connections with scholars from institutions worldwide, as evidenced by his citations and co-authorships with researchers from various countries. He is actively engaged in the Textile Value Chain Management (TVCM) Group at the University of Borås, working to innovate textile supply chains by integrating sustainable practices and circular economy principles. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in the textile industry, contributing to the development of more resilient and sustainable supply chain systems.

Viet NguyenView profile

Lecturer

• Circular Procurement
• Supply Chain Sustainability (Economic/Environmental/Social)
• Circular Economy
• +6 more

Roles and Affiliations: Viet Nguyen is a Lecturer/Researcher at the Amsterdam School of International Business and Innovation (AMSIB) within the Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE) at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He is also affiliated with the CEDIS research institute and involved in the MODLI project focusing on circular procurement in healthcare. His industry experience includes roles at Heineken, Friesland Campina, and Rabobank. Education: BSc in Computer Science (Tokyo Institute of Technology), MSc in Engineering & Policy Analysis (TU Delft), PhD in Operations Research & Logistics (Wageningen University). Research Focus: Viet specializes in sustainable supply chain management, circular economy strategies, and logistics networks. His work integrates systemic analysis with the three pillars of sustainability (economic, environmental, social), particularly in healthcare procurement, agrifood systems, and freight logistics. Recent projects include analyzing supply chain resilience during the pandemic, optimizing logistics outsourcing strategies, and leveraging data-driven approaches for cold chain efficiency. Publications Trends: His 2024 publications emphasize pandemic impacts on supply chains, circular procurement in healthcare, and European food industry dynamics. Earlier work explored information sharing in agri-food networks and value of data in logistics decisions. Award: 2024 Emerald Literati Award for Outstanding Paper in Logistics Management. Advising & Grants: Contributed to an NWA-ORC grant proposal on digital platforms for freight systems. Advises on MODLI's circular workwear procurement project in Dutch healthcare. Collaborations: Active in European research networks, organizing workshops on circular textiles and supply chain resilience. Peer-reviewed for journals like International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management .

• Design
• Art History
• Community Engagement
• +5 more

Cláudia Lima is a Researcher at the ID+ / Unexpected Media Lab within the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Porto, and serves as a design educator at Lusófona University, the Faculty of Fine Arts of the University of Porto, and ESAP - Escola Superior Artística do Porto. Her work bridges academic research with practical design applications in community engagement, cultural heritage, and healthcare contexts. Her educational background includes: Doctoral Program in Digital Media (PhD) Master in Communication Sciences / Diseño i Producción Multimedia Licenciatura in Design - Visual Communication Post-doctorate in pedagogical practices at the Porto School of Fine Arts Specialized training in Dementia Therapies and Art Lima's research centers on recovering community stories and local art/design histories through biographical testimonies and visual analysis. She pioneers design applications in dementia care, infodemic communication, and sustainable urban solutions, emphasizing participatory approaches that integrate cultural heritage with contemporary challenges. Her work often involves translating academic insights into practical interventions for vulnerable communities. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a dominant focus on dementia care design, with 60% of her 2023-2025 work addressing cognitive/sensory stimulation through cultural artifacts. She simultaneously explores infodemic management (20% of recent output) and sustainable urban design (20%), demonstrating remarkable interdisciplinary range while maintaining core themes of community engagement and heritage preservation. Lima has secured significant research funding including: Wisdom Transfer (POCI-01-0145-FEDER-029038): Scientific inscription of legacies in art/design education retirement Echoing the Communal Self (EXPL/ART-DAQ/0037/2): Dissemination of self-initiated practices in post-pandemic urban communities An Infodemic of Disorientation (2022.08322.PTDC): Communication design as mediator between scientific knowledge and cognitive bias REMIND : Current project on Design for People with Dementia with Alzheimer Portugal Her research is conducted through the ID+ Research Institute and Unexpected Media Lab, where she develops community-centered design solutions in partnership with institutions like Tate Modern, Soares dos Reis National Museum, and WOW Museum. These collaborations focus on translating artistic heritage into contemporary educational and therapeutic applications.