معرفی
Mourad Krifa is the Margaret Clark Morgan Director of the School of Fashion Design and Merchandising at Kent State University, where he leads academic initiatives in textiles and apparel. With a Ph.D. in Fibers & Textiles from the University of Haute Alsace and over 20 years of post-doctoral experience, he specializes in natural fiber sustainability, consumer behavior, and nanotechnology applications. He is affiliated with the Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute and the Materials Science Program Graduate Faculty.
- Educational Background:
- Diploma in Industrial Engineering (Textiles), Institut Supérieur Industriel, Belgium
- M.S. in Textile and Para-Textile Materials and Processes, University of Haute Alsace
- Ph.D. in Fibers & Textiles, University of Haute Alsace
Dr. Krifa’s research spans the textiles and apparel value chain, focusing on natural fiber competitiveness, sustainable practices, and consumer-driven innovation. His work integrates nanotechnology (e.g., conductive textiles, flame-retardant nanocomposites) and information technology for material and market analysis. Recent publications highlight advancements in cotton fiber modeling, smart textiles, and flame-resistant polymers.
Dr. Krifa’s academic contributions are grounded in textile engineering and material science, with a strong emphasis on industrial applications and consumer behavior. His teaching covers global sourcing, apparel value chain management, and statistics in textiles. Affiliations include the Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute, where he contributes to interdisciplinary research.
