Textile Engineering and Materials (TEAM) Research Group

Description

TEAM Research Group was established in the early 1990s to undertake research in textiles. TEAM researchers have a wide range of specialist knowledge and expertise, currently focusing on the research to develop innovative eco-friendly textile processes and sustainable textile materials. TEAM seek to improve the performance and design of textile materials for industry through applied research in four inter-related areas:

Textile Products and Processing

• High performance technical, medical and military textiles
• Nanotechnology for enhanced performance
• Industrial textiles, protective clothing and composites

Enzymes and Sustainable Technologies

• Application of biotechnology and laser technology
• Re-use, re-manufacture and recycling of textiles 8 Environmental and social assessment

Agriculture and Natural Fibres

• Plant fibres from non-food crops
• Process engineering for plant fibre extraction
• Protein fibres and textiles

Material Performance and Design

• 3D textile design and surface patterning
• Textile laboratory testing and wearer trials
• Wearable technology
• Sustainable design and the circular economy
• Sustainable materials and garment longevity
• Product innovation and future textiles
• Performance sportswear and apparel
• Contour innovation

Offers funding

No, this infrastructure does not provide funding.

Founding year

1990

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University affiliation(s)

De Montfort University
The Gateway
Leicester
LE1 9BH