TexAI – Knowledge in AI-Driven Innovation for Circular Ecosystems in the Textiles and Fashion Industry
Start date: 2025-09-01
End date: 2033-08-31
The purpose of the research profile is to position the University of Borås (UB) as a global leader in sustainable innovation, digital transformation, and circular business models within the textile sector. By leveraging expertise in textile technology, textile and fashion design, textile management, business-oriented IT solutions, and AI, the research profile aims to:
- Develop resource-efficient textile recycling methods that minimize environmental impact and enhance industry sustainability.
- Strengthen digitalization in textile and fashion through AI-driven automation, smart materials, and data-driven decision-making.
- Foster cross-disciplinary collaboration between textile technology, textile design, IT, and management to address pressing challenges in sustainability and supply chain efficiency.
- Support lifelong learning and professional upskilling through distance education and industry-focused competence development programs.
Web page and contact
On the TexAI website, you can find the latest updates, more information about each research area, and our collaboration partners.
Contact for more information: texai@hb.se
Project Leader
Nawar Kadi
Professor
Director
033-435 5914
Gustaf Juell-Skielse
Professor
033-435 4852
