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Professor Alison Gault is a Full Professor at the Belfast School of Art, Ulster University. She specializes in textile design and sustainable fibre research, with a focus on knitting technology and healthcare-related design applications. As Placement and Employability Coordinator, she bridges academic training with industry needs, while her research explores natural fibre composites and circular economy models.
- BA (Hons) & Postgraduate in Fashion & Textiles (Ulster University)
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA)
- Fellow of the Centre of Higher Education Research and Practice
Her research interests span three key areas: Sustainable Textiles (natural fibre composites, circular economy), Heritage Reinterpretation (Rathlin wool's cultural significance, maritime history), and Design for Wellbeing (palliative care applications, centenary healthcare journeys). She actively collaborates with European institutions and has presented at EFYE, ELSE, IFKT, and Autex conferences.
Recent publications highlight her work on regenerative design ecosystems, Rathlin wool utilization, and sustainable fibre systems. Key collaborations include projects with Dr. Andrea Duffy across 2023-2025.
- Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence 2017 Finalist
- Active AHRC-funded Green Transition Ecosystem project
Alison supervises PhD researcher Gillian Steel and has participated in 39 academic activities since 2012, including organizing conferences on regenerative design and presenting at international venues. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals 12 (Responsible Consumption) and 13 (Climate Action).
