The research area Library and Information Science has undergone an external evaluation and received very positive feedback. The research environment is described as holding leading position both nationally and internationally and it is characterised by strong collegiality with collaboration and respect for each other’s work. 

Helga Halldórsdóttir, doctoral student at the Swedish School of Textiles, is currently exhibiting at the Venice Design Biennial. Her piece, a furry table, was created in collaboration with Icelandic designer Marta Heiðarsdóttir.

How is the fashion industry addressing today’s climate challenges? Keynote Couture shows the way – a garment made from recycled materials, worn by Melati Wijsen, founder of Youthtopia, at the opening of the EAIE conference.

By combining microwave technology with chemical treatment, Felicia Syrén has explored how renewable materials such as jute and paper yarn can be given new properties – and thus new applications within the textile industry.