Research

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Janne Warnecke received the Walter Reiners Foundation Promotion Award from ITA Institute Director Prof. Dr. Thomas Gries and Peter D. Dornier (right), Chairman of the Walter Reiners Foundation. © DITF

 
10/12/2025 – RWTH Aachen

RWTH Aachen

Sustainability: ITA students honoured

Two young researchers from the ITA at RWTH Aachen University have been recognised for their outstanding academic achievements. By  Daniel Keienburg
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By combining their expertise, HMS and CleanKore are setting a new standard for sustainable textile production, offering solutions that benefit both the environment and the industry. Their technologies align with the growing demand for eco-friendly practices across the global textile supply chain, making this partnership a pivotal step toward a cleaner future. © HMS (HandMadeStone)

 
08/12/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 49/2025

At this point, we present the five most read articles of the past week. The ranking is based on your click behavior on the website. By  Kathrin Elling
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Chemical recycling of synthetic fibres (PET) into new basic chemicals – a key technology component of the Autoloop project. © Fraunhofer Umsicht

 
03/12/2025 – Autoloop

Autoloop

EU Project Targets Textile Recycling

The EU project Autoloop, coordinated by Fraunhofer Umsicht, is developing automated sorting, tracing and recycling technologies for polyester-based textiles. ... By  Daniel Keienburg
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The RETRAKT research project addresses the urgent need for transformation in the textile industry. © Meisenbach Verlag - Generiert mit KI

 
26/11/2025 – Research Project

Research Project

RETRAKT: Paving the Way for Circular Economy in Textiles

The RETRAKT research project addresses the urgent need for transformation in the textile industry. By combining resilience engineering, compliance management, ... By  Daniel Keienburg
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Das Projekt „DyeAnotherWay“ zeigt, wie interdisziplinäre Forschung und internationale Kooperationen die Textilindustrie nachhaltiger gestalten können. © Jenny Bürger / Hendrik van Amstel

 
17/10/2025 – Hochschule Niederrhein

Hochschule Niederrhein

Nachhaltige Textilfarben aus Bakterien

Bakterien statt Chemie: Ein internationales Forschungsprojekt mit 16 Partnern entwickelt biogene Farbstoffe für die Textilindustrie. Die HSNR Mönchengladbach ... By  Daniel Keienburg
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The integration of forensic science and blockchain technology sets a new benchmark for supply chain transparency in the textile industry. © Adrian_Ehrbar

 
16/10/2025 – Haelixa and TextileGenesis collaborate

Haelixa and TextileGenesis collaborate

A new era of transparency

From fibre to retail: Haelixa and TextileGenesis unite physical and digital traceability, offering brands irrefutable proof of material authenticity. By  Editorial staff
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ITA-Forscherin Dr. Leonie Beek entwickelt bionisches Textil nach dem Vorbild schwimmender Blätter. © Andreas Schmitter

 
15/10/2025 – ITA – Institut für Textiltechnik der RWTH Aachen

ITA – Institut für Textiltechnik der RWTH Aachen

Bionik revolutioniert Ölfilterung

Paul Schlack-Preis 2025 für bahnbrechende Innovation: Hydrophobe Abstandsgewirke trennen Öl von Wasser nach dem Vorbild der Natur. Das wiederverwendbare ... By  Daniel Keienburg