10:15-11:00
Teaching & Perspectives 1 – Chair: Eva Schwenzfeier-Hellkamp
10:15 Martin Wortmann: Nanofibers are a matter of perspective | Abstract
10:45 Walter Chipambwa: Effectiveness of online vector design platforms in enhancing creativity and skill development among Fashion Design students | Abstract

11:00 Coffee break

11:15-12:00
Smart Textiles 1 – Chair: Eva Schwenzfeier-Hellkamp
11:15 Tatjana Spahiu, Ioannis Ntintakis, Ioannis Sarris: Insole Design for Additive Manufacturing – Current Developments and Future Trends | Abstract
11:45 Alenka Pavko Čuden: Functional and technical textiles on the road to sustainability – focus on knitting | Abstract

12:00 Lunch break

13:00-14:00
Medical Textiles 1 – Chair: Lilia Sabantina
13:00   Ferdinand Tamoue: Sustainability at KOB Medical Device: Compression bandage | Abstract
13:30   Liliia Chertenko : Improvement of prosthetic and orthopedic products with the involvement of digital technologies | Abstract
13:45   Al Mamun, Benedikt Minke, Ralf Brust, Mehdi Azimian, Boris Marx: Surgical Masks Developed: Eco-Friendly Innovations with Bio-Based Polymers | Abstract

14:00 Coffee break

14:15-15:00
Medical Textiles 2 – Chair: Lilia Sabantina
14:15   Patrizia Zimmermann, Jan Paul-Bernhard Frese, Lilia Sabantina: Optimization of Pattern Construction for Abdominal Aortic Prostheses
14:30   Malek Toumi, Faten Debbabi, Mohamed Ali Lassoued, Ibrahim Jlassi, Laadhari Neji, Maha Mastouri: Development of Optimized Nano emulsions for Anti-Mycotic Textiles and Biomedical Applications | Abstract
14:45   Al Mamun, Jan Thiel, Benedikt Minke, Ricarda Wissel, Thomas Gries: Innovative Multifilament Yarns for Sustainable and Recyclable Bandage Fabrics | Abstract

15:00 Coffee break

15:15-16:15
Biobased Materials 1 – Chair: Tatjana Spahiu
15:15   Nonsikelelo Mpofu: Electrospinning with Natural Fibres: Opportunities and Challenges in Sustainable Textile Engineering | Abstract
15:45   Nimesh Kankariya: From Waste to Wear: The Role of Chitosan in the Circular Economy | Abstract
16:00   Katharina Buss, Lilia Sabantina: Recent Advancements in Biobased Nanofibers: Implications for Sustainable Development | Abstract

16:15 Coffee break

16:30-17:15
Biobased Materials 2 – Chair: Tatjana Spahiu
16:30 Al Mamun, Mohamed Kiari, Cesar Quijada Tomás and Lilia Sabantina: PAN/Lignin Nanofiber Mats for Green Energy: Electrospinning and Morphological Insights
16:45 Ilda Kola: From processing to applications of cellulose nanofibers – a safe approach to the environment | Abstract

Thursday – December 12, 2024

10:00-11:00
Resources – Chair: Fabian Schoden
10:00   Felix Kunzelmann: The Art of Separation: Choosing Cutting Techniques for Textile Recycling
10:30   Adem Cirakoglu, Emre Gürsoy: Determination of the optimal drying time of washed cotton textiles under room conditions
10:45   Katharina Schnatmann: R principles for circular economy in the textile industry | Abstract

11:00 Coffee break

11:15-12:00
Smart Textiles 2 – Chair: Ilda Kola
11:15 Fabian Schoden: The Role of Textile Technologies in Advancing Photovoltaic Integration in the Built Environment
11:45 Tianxu Hao: Application of Fiber Optic Sensing Technology in Smart Textiles for Breathing Monitoring

12:00 Lunch break

13:00-13:45
Smart Textiles 3 – Chair: Henrique Almeida
13:00 Tomasz Blachowicz: Functional polymer-based hybrid materials for electromagnetic radiation shielding and the problem of their durability and material recycling
13:30 Jun Xu: Collaborative Exploration Smart Sensors + Ergonomics Design Clothing

13:45 Coffee break

14:00-14:45
Smart Textiles 4 – Chair: Henrique Almeida
14:00 Anne Schwarz-Pfeiffer: Sustainable materials for smart textile components
14:30 Blerina Kolgjini, Ilda Kola, Julie May Kolgjini: 3D printing on textiles: interface salience

14:45 Coffee break

15:00-15:45
Teaching & Perspectives 2 – Chair: Blerina Kolgjini
15:00 Tatjana Spahiu, Ermira Shehi, Armand Agolli, Luan Basha, Edvin Prence, Skënder Pashaj, Aura Mihai, Arina Seul, Athanasios Manavis, Panagiotis Kyratsis, Rita Souto Bizarro, Florbela Silva, Agni Vytanioti And Dimosthenis Papakonstantinou: E-learning platform: An innovative training methodology in the framework of European project Digi4Wearables
15:15 Josphat Igadwa Mwasiagi: Assessment of textile and garment curriculum for gaps in green skills

15:45 Conference closing