Borås Welcomes International Conference on Biotechnology’s Role in Sustainable Textile Industry
From November 12-14, researchers from 14 countries will gather in Borås for the International Conference on Fiber and Polymer Biotechnology (IFPB).
Conference Highlights
- Hosted by University of Borås
- Approximately 70 participants expected
- Venue: Borås Congress
“It is significant for the University of Borås to host a conference of this specialized nature. We get the opportunity to showcase our expertise in textile biotechnology to international actors on home ground and enable new collaborations,” says Sina Seipel, University Lecturer at the University of Borås.
Focus on Sustainability
Biotechnology in the textile sector is a crucial part of sustainability efforts. The conference program will heavily emphasize the importance of biotechnology in enabling and improving textile material recycling.
International Recognition
“Hosting this year’s conference edition confirms our research’s high international reputation,” says Prof. Vincent Nierstrasz, one of the world’s most influential researchers in textile technology.
Borås: A Textile Innovation Hub
Borås has a long history in the textile industry, and this tradition continues through the city’s strong focus on innovation and textile development. This makes Borås a natural meeting place for such a conference.
“We are pleased that IFPB has chosen Borås as the host city and look forward to showcasing our world-unique research in this established field,” says Anna Lilja from Borås TME.
Contact Information
Anna Lilja, Borås TME
Email: anna.lilja@boras.com
Phone: 073-432 75 06
Sina Seipel, University of Borås
Email: sina.seipel@hb.se
Phone: 033-435 41 91
