Transcend Matter – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Meet Christophe, one of the co-founders behind NUVI, a biomaterials company redefining textile coatings with bio-based alternatives to traditional laminates and petroleum based products.

Christophe highlights the planet's current “Plastic Pandemic”, diving into why biobased innovation desperately needs big investments to combat microplastics and reduce our dependence on oil.

This episode is a heartfelt look at the ups and downs of running a family business, how their shared journey has strengthened their team, and the personal insights that have shaped their path to success. It’s inspiring, insightful, and full of love.

NUVI

Lucy Hope shares the challenges on kick starting her family’s innovation and business, a biobased antimicrobial product - Virustatic.

We dive into the urgent need to raise awareness about microplastics in our daily lives, especially the hidden presence of microplastics in period care products.

Lucy’s passion for driving change is infectious, as she leads the movement toward bio-based alternatives in the antimicrobial space. Her energy and dedication to making a difference make this conversation both inspiring and eye-opening.

In honor of Wool Month this October, we’re thrilled to welcome Rebecca Kelley from Woolmark! Woolmark is the ultimate platform championing the dynamic uses and versatility of wool, offering the textile industry transparent info on ethically sourcing merino wool.

We’re also giving a shoutout to the British Wool Association, who’s on a mission to boost the use of British wool by UK spinners and mills—helping brands source fabrics straight from UK growers.

Get ready for a cozy dive into wooly wisdom, as we explore the fiber’s brilliance and tackle some of the challenges wool is facing in the UK. Whether you’re a wool enthusiast or a curious designer looking to work with this incredible material, this episode is for you!

Woolmark

British Wool Association

Campaign for Wool

How do new material innovations make it to market? Discover the secrets behind commercial textile accelerators and the journey of upscaling sustainable materials to reach our wardrobes.

Barbara Leite, a lead material developer at the textile commercial accelerator RDD in Portugal, joins us to share her expertise. Having collaborated on commercial projects, her deep chemistry knowledge has been a source of inspiration and growth for my own work.

In this episode, we dive into the challenges of accelerating new and novel materials and dyes, uncovering the communication gaps between brands and their material partners. Tune in to explore the trials and triumphs of bringing sustainable innovations to the market!

This episode aims to inspire and educate emerging designers and current ones on their material journey.

www.rddtextiles.pt

Exploring how a more holistic approach to understanding and developing materials can create deeper, more meaningful connections with the world around us.

Hannah Elisabeth Jones is a researcher, educator, and multidisciplinary artist-designer specialising in bio-based materials and organic colour. Currently pursuing a PhD in design at Manchester Metropolitan University, Hannah's work is inspired by her deep connection with nature.

In this episode, Hannah unfolds her holistic approach to materials, sharing her journey through the discovery of various bio-based materials and their novel properties. We'll dive into her unique perspective on design and materials, inspired by her bond with the natural world.

We hope this episode inspires you to embrace an alternative approach to material understanding and fosters collaboration within the STEAM community.

www.hannahelisabethjones.co.uk

LinkedIn: Hannah Elisabeth Jones

Bridging engineering and design within material research, Catherine Mondoa, unfolds what the future of hybrid design and academic roles could look like.

Catherine Mondoa is a material researcher at Materials Connection in New York, where cross-industry expertise helps brands and partners find the right materials faster.

Join us as we explore the strong bond between Emma and Catherine, forged during their time at the Royal College of Art. Catherine shares her struggles in finding her place between academia and design, and navigating the chaos of graduating in a post-COVID world.

We hope this episode resonates with you, offering a sense of calm and connection in your own practice.

www.materialconnexion.com

LinkedIn: Catherine Mondoa

From early electronic textiles pioneer to leading large-scale commercial projects, Sara Robertson joins us to share her journey and insights on the future of materials innovation.

Sara Robertson, alongside her design partner Sarah Taylor, has been revolutionizing textile properties since 2014 by leveraging existing manufacturing capabilities in the UK. Together, they've been pushing the boundaries of aesthetics, material science, and programmable smart textiles.

In this episode, Sara opens up about the vulnerabilities and triumphs of running a design studio. We delve into the essential collaboration between academia and design needed to drive textile innovation forward. Tune in to hear her personal stories and deep connection with electronic textiles, and get inspired by the exciting possibilities ahead!

www.smarttextile.design

LinkedIn: Sara Robertson

PnD Thesis: https://www.ros.hw.ac.uk/handle/10399/2451

Textile Intersections Conference 2023:

Open access papers https://dl.designresearchsociety.org/textileintersections/textileintersections2023/researchpapers/

Open access exhibition catalogue: https://dl.designresearchsociety.org/textileintersections/textileintersections2023/exhibition/

Worth Partnership Project: https://www.linkedin.com/in/worth-partnership-project-80b912146/ 

Can algae revolutionise the ink and dye industry? Tune in as we dive deep with Scott Fulbright, the CEO and co-founder of Living Ink Technologies.

Living Ink is leading the charge in sustainable innovation, transforming waste into bio-based, renewable carbon black with a negative carbon footprint. 

Join us as Scott shares the raw, unfiltered journey of launching a groundbreaking company, the urgent need to rethink industry standards, and how practising gratitude keeps him focused on his mission.

This episode is packed with insights, challenges, and a vision for a greener future.

https://www.livingink.co/

LinkedIn: Scott Fulbright

Join us as Edward Hill shares how Materra is revolutionising regenerative cotton production through innovative tech solutions that connect farming communities across India.

We dive into how regenerative agriculture actively restores our planet - rebuilding soil health, boosting biodiversity, and capturing carbon - while providing fashion brands with the data they need to meet sustainability goals.

Edward reveals why conventional cotton's environmental footprint (using 10-16% of global pesticides) urgently needs addressing, and how Materra's digital platform is transforming the industry by driving transparency and adoption.

This conversation brilliantly bridges material innovation with digital transformation, showcasing why tech platforms are essential for creating meaningful change in the textile industry.

https://www.materra.tech/

Meet Dr Laura Salisbury, the passionate founder behind KnitRegen, a medical technology company revolutionising stroke survivor rehabilitation.

Through sharing her journey of bringing innovative products to market, Laura opens up about the deep, personal connections she's forged with stroke survivors and how these profound interactions have driven her mission to create genuinely impactful rehabilitation solutions.

Her authentic approach to product development, putting survivor needs at the heart of every decision, demonstrates how vulnerable connections can spark meaningful innovation in healthcare. This conversation is a heartfelt dive into creating medical products that truly make a difference.