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Annual public Textile ETP Conference

This year, the Annual Conference of the European Technology Platform (ETP) for the Future of Textiles and Clothing will take place online on 28 and 29 September, from 14.00 to 17.30 (CET). The full details on speakers and time slots for both days and the registration link will be shared by the organisers in the coming days.

The first day will be dedicated to Research & Innovation Trends & EU Funding Opportunities in Functional and smart materials & Digitalisation. On Wednesday 29, participants will discuss the circular and biobased textile transition. 

During these 4 thematic sessions expert speakers from the European Commission, European Partnerships and ETP members will share their insights into EU policies, funding opportunities and latest research and technology trends.






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