Faculty members from the Department of Textile Engineering successfully participated in the prestigious International Symposium on Fiber Science and Technology 2024 (ISF2024), held from 25^th to 29^th November 2024 in Kyoto, Japan. The symposium provided a global platform for sharing cutting-edge research on sustainable and innovative textiles and fiber science technologies.

Prof. Dr. Lal Mohan Baral delivered a presentation titled “Introducing Sustainability Education in Textile Engineering Curriculum of Bangladesh through an International Academia-Industry Collaboration”. His research highlights the critical need for sustainability-focused textile education in Bangladesh. The study identifies gaps in current curricula and proposes updates to integrate sustainability concepts, leveraging data from academic and industry stakeholders. This initiative, part of an international academia-industry project, aims to enhance the quality of textile engineering education and prepare skilled graduates equipped with sustainability knowledge.

Dr. Mohammad Tajul Islam presented his research on “Study on the Halochromic Effect of Curcumin Dyed Fabric”. His work explores the development of flexible pH sensors using curcumin, a natural compound with halochromic properties. The study examined the effectiveness of curcumin-extracted dyes on cationized cotton, evaluating its potential for pH-sensitive wound dressings. The results offer promising insights into eco-friendly sensor applications in medical textiles.

Both researchers wish to acknowledge the generous funding and support provided by Engelbert Strauss under the AUST-GIZ-ES Project for Chair for Sustainability and Textile Innovation (CSTI) initiative which enabled them to present their research on an international platform. Both researchers expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share their findings at this esteemed international forum, reinforcing the university's commitment to advancing sustainable innovations in textiles.