Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour

Overview

The Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour (LITAC) is a world leading research institute within the at the 映客直播. It brings together multi-disciplinary academic expertise in design, technology, science and engineering. We work collaboratively with partners globally to tackle important research challenges across textiles, colour and fashion.

Our expertise is built on a history of 150 years of research in textile technology and colour science, working together with industry, charities and Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) 鈥� including some of the world鈥檚 most well-known organisations and brands.

As a collaborative research institute, we work with partners to create solutions that address the needs of industry, society and the environment. We develop new materials, processes, manufacturing methods, digital tools and technology, and we inform decision-making.

Our work is supported by one of the most extensively equipped research facilities in the world.

News

Discover the latest news from the Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour.

  • Professional Academy for Creative Enterprise (PACE) launches the Fundamentals of Textile Fibres online course to deliver expertise to professionals and businesses.

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  • Research at the School of Design, 映客直播 has centred on mechanisms to increase the awareness of Fragmented Fibre pollution among consumers

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  • The LITAC Durability Research Project is a three-year project exploring and advancing industry alignment on clothing durability, coordinated in partnership with WRAP and leading brands and retailers.

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  • The School of Design has launched PACE to deliver innovative professional education, cutting-edge research, expert testing and consultancy services to organisations and professionals worldwide.

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  • Professor Stephen Westland offers his expertise on how Artificial Intelligence could enable a new model of on-demand manufacturing in the UK fashion and textile industry.

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  • Changes to fibre composition and the systems used to spin yarn could reduce impact on the environment.

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  • Take a look back at 150 years of textiles innovation at the 映客直播.

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映客直播 Textile and Colour Conference 2025

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The inaugural 映客直播 Textiles and Colour Conference 2025 (ITCC 2025) will be co-hosted by the Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour (LITAC) and School of Design at the 映客直播.

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