ESG Research & Sustainable Fashion Hub | Lecture on Emerging Technologies for Sustainable Fashion
Guest Lectures
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Date
30 Apr 2024
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Organiser
School of Fashion and Textiles
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Time
11:00 - 12:00
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Venue
ST602 Map
Speaker
Prof. Minyoung SUH
Enquiry
Angie Wong angie-ky.wong@polyu.edu.hk
Remarks
Participants are welcome to gather in ST602, although the speaker will be delivering the lecture online.
Summary
Leading-edge technologies that support and promote sustainable developments of fashion industry are introduced and reviewed based on the triple bottom line theory. Following fashion product manufacturing processes, the scope ranges from product development tools, such as artificial intelligence and virtual technology, to recent advances in cutting and sewing innovations. Diverse fashion demands are addressed as current challenges in prompt applications, but also emphasized as potential opportunities for sustainable advancement. Relevant research efforts in NC State University are highlighted focusing on the areas of environment friendliness and human affinity. It will be brought out how emerging technology can convert challenges into opportunities for the fashion industry, contributing to a more sustainable society.
Keynote Speaker
Prof. Minyoung SUH
Associate Professor at Wilson College of Textiles, North Carolina State University
Dr Minyoung Suh is currently an associate professor at Wilson College of Textiles, North Carolina State University. She has extensive research and education experiences related to functional clothing and its production. With an emphasis on technical aspects of clothing, she has developed a multidisciplinary research program throughout her career path. The primary research stream deals with functional clothing, including but not limited to smart clothing, sportswear, foundation garment and intimate apparel. Utilizing advanced technologies such as 3D body scanning, motion sensing, pressure sensing, 3D printing, and conductive printing, her research aims at innovative textile product development that can promote well-being and improve the quality of life.
