“I’ve always been drawn to the tactile and human side of technology, and textiles are a perfect example of that. They’re close to the body, part of daily life, but also technically fascinating”, said Li Guo, Associate Professor of Textile Technology at the Swedish School of Textiles. On 27 August, she will give a lecture on her research related to healthcare.

The pursuit of the UN Sustainable Development Goals drives the digital transition in textile processes as well as in recycling. What are the obstacles in technological development? Junchun Yu, Associate Professor of Textile Technology, wants to contribute with solutions. On 27 August, he will give a public lecture about his research on this.

At first meeting, Svenja Keune's ideas and research in the artistic field might seem far away from being related to traditional textile design. She explores the connections that can develop between plants, insects, and textiles.

At the event “Sustainable Textile & Fashion by Sweden”, held during Expo 2025 in Osaka, diverse voices from the Swedish and Japanese fashion industries came together to explore the future of sustainable fashion.