Currently implemented projects:
Project „Sustainable Industrial Design of Textile Structures for Composites” is funded by the European Union
Grant Agreement no. 101079009 Call: HORIZON-WIDERA-2021-ACCESS-03/Twinning
Project Title: Mitigating Microplastics Pollution Through Advanced Baltic Cooperation
Acronym: MICROPLASTGUARD
Implementation period: 01.10.2024 - 30.09.2026
Partners:
University of Borås, Sweden– Coordinator of the Project
Lodz University of Technology, Poland
Kaunas University of Technology, Lithuania
Project Coordinator at Lodz University of Technology: dr hab. inż. Marcin Barburski, prof. uczelni
Programme: SI Baltic Sea Neighbourhood Programme - Cooperation projects
Funding Agency: Swedish Institute
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microplastguard-bor%C3%A5s/
Short project summary:
The project aims to address the urgent issue of microplastic pollution in the Baltic Sea region, particularly focusing on the threat posed by microplastics originating from synthetic textiles. The project seeks to collaborate with stakeholders in the textile production sector to establish standardized test methods for quantifying the release of microplastic fiber during washing and to address the knowledge deficit among fashion brands and factories regarding the release of dry state microplastics during production, processing, and recycling of synthetic textiles. Additionally, the project emphasizes the essential role of scientific and social awareness, international expert networking, and discussions among businesses and policymakers in addressing these issues. Furthermore, the project aims to develop innovative coatings and finishes mitigating the emissions of microplastics from synthetic fabrics. Partnerships include Kaunas University of Technology and Lodz University of Technology.
- Baltic Hemp to Biochar (B2B)
Project Title: Harnessing Industrial Hemp Waste for Sustainable Textile and Carbon Sequestration
Acronym: Baltic Hemp to Biochar (B2B)
Implementation period: 01.12.2024 – 28.02.2026
Partners:
University of Borås, Sweden– Coordinator of the Project
Lodz University of Technology, Poland
Kaunas University of Technology, Lithuania
Project Coordinator at Lodz University of Technology: dr inż. Tsegaye Lemmi
Programme: SI Baltic Sea Neighbourhood Programme – Seed funding
Funding Agency: Swedish Institute
Short project summary:
The Baltic Hemp to Biochar (B2B) project aims to transform industrial hemp waste into biochar, a versatile material with applications in composites and textiles. Through collaboration between Sweden, Poland, and Lithuania, the project will explore innovative ways to use biochar in sustainable production processes, contributing to the circular bioeconomy. By converting hemp waste into valuable resources, B2B addresses both waste reduction and carbon sequestration, promoting climate resilience. The project will enhance cross-border cooperation, knowledge sharing, and foster the development of eco-friendly materials that can replace fossil-based alternatives in textiles and other industries.
- OPUS27
Project Title: Zrównoważone projektowanie hybrydowych (tekstylno tworzywowych), aktywnych struktur przewodzących powierzchni selektywnych częstotliwościowo (FSS) o dominującym współczynniku pochłaniania fali padającej lub zdolnościach kierunkowania wiązki odbitej
Programme: OPUS 27
Funding Agency: NCN
Implementation period: 16.01.2025 – 15.01.2028
Project coordinator: dr hab. inż. Marcin Barburski, prof. uczelni
FashionTEX is an ambitious, three-year educational project aimed at enhancing curricula with innovative concepts, programs, and training modules in digital fashion design. Lodz University of Technology’s Faculty of Material Technologies and Textile Design (MTTD) is a key participant, alongside institutions from 11 other European countries.
The project FashionTEX European Academy for Young Designers to Study Innovative Technologies in Digital Fashion Design will run until October 31, 2026, and is funded by the European Commission’s Creative Europe Program CREA-CULT-2023-COOP-3.
The project is led by Europäisches Kulturforum e.V. (Germany), with the following partners: University of Lisbon (Portugal), Amsterdam Fashion Academy (Netherlands), Accademia Koefia (Italy), Vilnius Academy of Arts (Lithuania), Art Academy of Latvia (Latvia), Estonian Academy of Arts (Estonia), Kyiv National University of Technologies and Design (Ukraine), Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague (Czech Republic), University of Applied Sciences Zwickau (Germany), and University of Zagreb (Croatia).
Projects completed:
Project title: European Digital Readiness Strategy for Clothing Studies
Acronym: E-DRESS
Project in the frame of the ERASMUS + programme
KA 220: Cooperation Partnerships in Higher Education
Project Number: 2021-1-DE01-KA220-HED-000023124
Project duration: 1.01.2022 – 30.12 2024.
Partners:
- Technische Universität Dresden (Germany) - project coordinator
- Lodz University of Technology (Poland)
- Technical University of Liberec (Czech Republic)
- Gheorghe Asachi Technical University in Iasi (Romania)
Project leader at Lodz University of Technology: prof. Małgorzata Matusiak, Ph.D., D.Sc.
The project aims to improve the digital readiness of teaching and technical staff by creating course content for clothing studies. Open Education Resources (OER) platform will be developed in cooperation with partner HEIs. The multilingual platform (English, German, Polish, Czech, Romanian) will be developed to break the language barriers in clothing technology area.
Target Groups: teachers, academic staff, students.
Links:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edress-project
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/E-Dress-Project-108472898601458