Podcast. Impact of textile on humans' health: solutions & new innovations.

In this episode, Irina will talk to Rosie Broadhead, Textile Scientist at Ghent University, Brussels.
"The performance and sportswear industries in textile is dominated by synthetic materials and treatments. The sweat and friction during these activities do prompt a faster absorption of these chemicals to the skin." Rosie Broadhead (www.skinseries.org)
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00:20 - Welcome note
01:11 - Introduction to Rosie Broadhead
01:53 - Skin microbiome and textile
04:12 - Synthetics and its impact on humans’ health, and the environment
07:58 - On the environmental impact of synthetic materials
09:32 - Alternatives to synthetic materials in performance wear
10:49 - Textile as a skincare
11:08 - Urgent categories of focus in replacement of synthetic with natural materials: underwear and sportswear
12:19 - Therapeutic effect of textile
12:56 - Microbiome smart textile
14:24 - Healthcare providers awareness on alternatives to synthetics
15:56 - New innovations in textile: bio-fabricated materials and smart textile
17:10 - Innovators in textile industry
18:27 - Wool in sportswear
18:55 - Addressing the needs of special groups: professional sportspeople, marathon runners and athletes
20:13 - Changing perceptions on eco-clothing towards a desirable sustainable wear
20:37 - Multifunctional clothing in active lifestyle
22.18 - Closing remarks