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Xianyi Zeng: I want to change the entire textile industry in Europe

2024-04-19

His main research area was initially automation and data analysis, but later he became interested in artificial intelligence. Now he wants to promote sustainability and digitalisation in the

Shopping enjoyment – a key driver for circular fashion

2025-09-18

At its worst, online shopping can be frustrating and daunting. A new study examining consumer behaviour in the face of new digital services provides practical tips for companies selling circular

Waste becomes a resource for sustainable wastewater treatment

2024-03-25

By utilizing fatty acids from organic waste, we can reduce the dependence on fossil carbon sources like methanol and ethanol. Tuğba Sapmaz Wikström’s doctoral thesis in biotechnology contributes

New research examines how digital design tools impact the future of fashion

2025-11-26

A new research project at the Swedish School of Textiles and the University of Gothenburg, funded by the Swedish Research Council, will investigate how generative design tools affect fashion's

How manure can be transformed into animal feed

2025-11-03

A research project within Resource Recovery at the University of Borås explored how valuable substances can be extracted from organic waste – such as animal manure – and how this loop can be

New work environment policy and goals – stronger support for work environment management

2025-12-15

In the spring, the Governing Board of the University of Borås adopted an updated Work Environment Policy and the Vice-Chancellor adopted Work Environment Goals. The policy is largely unchanged,

PhD Work Showcased at Venice Design Biennial

2025-09-30

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

She emphasizes the importance of studying the smallest components of plastics

2024-04-23

Juliana Aristéia de Lima, researcher at RISE and a new Associate Professor of Polymer Technology at the University of Borås, wants to connect the research groups in polymer technology and

Flag flying for doctoral thesis defences arouses interest

2024-04-04

As of 13 March, the university will only fly the Swedish flag at the public defences of doctoral theses. This decision was made because previously, flying the flags of other nations has aroused