Sorting of household waste

leaders in using waste as a resource for new materials and energy. The citizens have a crucial role since they ... If they do not do this correctly then it will have a large economic and environmental impact.

Biochar key to new method for recovery of vital phosphorus from sewage sludge

2025-02-03

Phosphorus is a necessary nutrient required for all life. However, it is only found in limited quantities ... quantities in nature. In a new doctoral thesis at the University of Borås, biochar plays a crucial role in developing

Students can receive double degrees in Smart Textiles

2025-08-20

to include a new international opportunity. Starting this year, students can apply for a double degree ... in Smart Textiles and Textile Innovations through a collaboration with Hochschule Niederrhein in Germany

From knitted origami to film costumes

Victoria Salmon is a textile designer with more than one string to her bow. Or should we say, more than ... machine? She has also recently released a book: Structural Stitches – A Machine Knitter's Guide to Creating

From knitted origami to film costumes

Victoria Salmon is a textile designer with more than one string to her bow. Or should we say, more than ... machine? She has also recently released a book: Structural Stitches – A Machine Knitter's Guide to Creating

University of Borås proudly presents the Alumni of the Year 2025

2025-12-05

goes to Louise Linderoth, a fashion designer who challenges norms and creates a more inclusive fashion industry ... industry, and Daniel Forsman, a city librarian who has redefined the role of libraries and is now preparing

Malin Müllerström

post consumer, is a problem that needs a solution, and fast. This work aims to find a simple solution to ... problem, to exemplify how a small change in thinking and structures can make a big difference. 2021 Fashion

Chantal found home abroad

Meet Chantal Lelea, a German exchange student at the University of Borås. Drawn to Sweden for its strong ... studies in business and fashion, she quickly found a sense of home in Borås. Chantal shares her experiences

She wants to solve sustainability challenges in the textile industry

Dilma Kulasena from Sri Lanka has many years of work ... experience in a leading role in the textile industry. Now she wants to expand her knowledge by pursuing a Master’s

Researching for greater equality – Pernilla Liedgren sheds light on people's vulnerability

2025-04-14

passionate about vulnerable people and about making a difference in society through her research. Pernilla ... now being installed as Professor of Social Work, a new subject at the University of Borås. "It's an honour