معرفی
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael Rauch serves as Professor and Research Group Leader for Textile Finishing and Coloration at Hof University for Applied Science's Institute for Materials Science (Engineering Department) since 2002. He heads the Master program 'Sustainable Textiles' and holds leadership positions including President of VDTF e.V. and Treasurer of IFATCC, driving global textile chemistry innovation.
Education:
- Engineer for Textile Chemistry and Textile Finishing
- Postgraduate Industrial Engineer (Marketing specialization)
- PhD from TU Dresden: Process design for aramid-based protective textiles finishing
His research pioneers sustainable textile processing with expertise in dyeing, printing, and functional finishing of industrial fibers. Key focus areas include UV-curable coatings, water/oil repellent treatments, digital printing, and aramid fiber protection. He develops eco-friendly crosslinking agents to enhance cotton fabric durability while reducing environmental impact, bridging industrial practicality with academic rigor through extensive field experience.
Recent publications (2021-2022) demonstrate his specialization in optimizing crease recovery and washing shrinkage properties using novel crosslinking agents, establishing clear trends toward sustainable high-performance textile finishing solutions that balance technical functionality with environmental responsibility.
Prof. Rauch leads major initiatives including Sustainable Finishing Processes, Digital Management Tools for sustainable production, and academic projects HEST/HELD focused on sustainable textiles education in Bangladesh. His research integrates industrial R&D expertise with academic leadership to advance circular economy principles in global textile manufacturing.
He directs the Textile Finishing and Coloration Research Group at the Institute for Materials Science, collaborating with international dye manufacturers and textile mills to develop next-generation sustainable finishing technologies while mentoring future industry leaders through specialized master's programs.
