Simeon Gill

Dr. Simeon Gill is a Professor in Fashion Technology at the University of Manchester, contributing to the Department of Fashion Business Technology. His research focuses on automation of pattern generation, body scanning applications, and sustainable apparel practices, aligning with UN SDGs related to sustainable manufacturing. Gill leads projects like SORO-MADE (Soft Robotic Mannequin) and Apparel Advance, exploring textile innovation and sustainable manufacturing. He has supervised 8 PhD students and authored over 68 publications since 2009, with recent work emphasizing 3D body scanning, compression garment engineering, and educational tools for pattern construction. His collaborative network spans global institutions and industry partners.

Key achievements include the Best Conceptualisation Paper Award (2025) for educational design frameworks and contributions to datasets like Alva Form Body Measurements. Gill actively engages in media discourse on sizing ethics and has appeared in BBC interviews, addressing issues like vanity sizing and body image. His lab work integrates robotics and AI to advance garment functionality and fit, with a focus on athlete apparel and aging demographics.

Professional affiliations include membership in The Textile Institute, and he contributes to industry initiatives like the White Paper on Landmarking for Product Development. His research bridges academic rigor with industrial application, driving innovations in mass customization and virtual fitting interfaces.