Research

Explore our dynamic collection of collaborative research projects, where innovation meets expertise! Here, you'll find groundbreaking initiatives spanning multiple disciplines, uniting top researchers, leading companies, and industry experts in the pursuit of cutting-edge discoveries. Dive in and see how we're shaping the future together!
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BioColEOL

BioColEol

Duration
01 / 04 / 2025 - 31 / 03 / 2028
biobased

BioColEol focuses on developing bio-based dyes from curcumin and other carotenoids.

BioColEol
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RECYCLEX

Duration
28 / 02 / 2025 - 27 / 02 / 2029
circular economy & sustainable solutions

Recyclex advances chemical textile recycling: novel methods for elastane detection and removal

RECYCLEX
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OPKOP

Duration
02 / 02 / 2025 - 31 / 01 / 2027
industry 4.0

Together with Flanders Made, we initiated the development of an online portal for injection moulding. Read more and join this project here!

OPKOP
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Circula-TEX

Duration
01 / 01 / 2025 - 31 / 12 / 2028
circular economy & sustainable solutions

Innovative interoperable solutions and best practices for implementation and harmonisation of EPR schemes.

Circula-TEX
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TRUSTex

Duration
01 / 01 / 2025 - 31 / 12 / 2027
circular economy & sustainable solutions

This project is driven by compelling statistics as the existing textile system is far from sustainable.

TRUSTex

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20 / 03 / 2026
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Evaluating Circular Footprint Formula

New study by Sofie Huysman and Jun Yin showcases practical applications and performance of the Circular Footprint Formula (CFF) by evaluating the environmental impact of thermomechanically recycled mono‑material polyester carpets.

Evaluating Circular Footprint Formula
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14 / 10 / 2025
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Hikers Unknowingly Trail Microplastics Into the Wilderness

Research conducted in New York’s Adirondack Mountains suggests that hiking shoes and outdoor gear are a surprisingly significant source of microplastic contamination in remote wilderness lakes.

Hikers Unknowingly Trail Microplastics Into the Wilderness
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