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Vanessa Northway is an Associate Professor at the School of Textiles & Design, Heriot-Watt University. She is affiliated with ORCID 0009-0004-3217-8791 and actively engages in international academic activities across the Middle East. Her work focuses on sustainable textile practices, future workforce preparation, and the evolving role of universities in the digital age.
Recent activities include delivering invited talks at Middlesex University (Dubai, Jan 2025) and Doha, Qatar (Nov 2023), as well as participating in high-profile events like the British Council TNE Sustainability Report launch. She has received recognitions including Top Careers to Watch 2025 and The Watt Club Alumni Award.
Northway frequently engages with media outlets discussing topics such as AI's impact on higher education, workforce readiness, and industry-relevant curriculum development. Over 30 press contributions highlight her thought leadership in MENA region educational strategies and sustainable design practices.
