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Dr Lisa Macintyre

(she/her) Associate Professor of Textiles, Heriot-Watt University

Lisa Macintyre is Associate Professor of Textile Technology at Heriot-Watt University. Her work on medical compression has improved production efficiency, reducing wastage and ‘re-makes’ for pressure garment companies; and improved garment care advice given to patients resulting in more consistent and longer-lasting treatment for patients. Her other work specifically focusses on reducing the environmental impact of textiles and fashion.

A collaborative project, funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council, as part of the Future Observatory programme, and led by the University of Strathclyde and University of Dundee (DJCAD), with Heriot-Watt University, Abertay University, and the University of Edinburgh, NHS Scotland, industry partners, and public sector stakeholders.