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Alessandra Mezzadri

Reader in Global Development and Political Economy, SOAS University of London
Alessandra Mezzadri

Alessandra Mezzadri is Reader in Global Development and Political Economy, SOAS, University of London.

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Driving Change / Makers Unite Interview
Beyond product creation, Makers Unite runs programmes that support newcomers in education, entrepreneurship and employment, helping them take the next step in their professional journeys.

How Storytelling and Repurposing Can Drive Systemic Change in Global Fashion

  • Subir Ghosh

2 September 2025
Fibre Production / China Study Report
Chinese policy targets aim to increase recycled fibre production from waste and used textiles to 3 million tonnes by 2030.

China Produced Over 1 Gt of Fibres, Cementing Dominance in Manufacturing and Trade

  • Special Correspondent

18 August 2025
 
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NextGen Materials / NFW Collapse Analysis
Natural Fiber Welding was once hailed as a pioneer of sustainable materials, but its downfall shows how investor impatience and brand reluctance to commit undermined commercial viability.

Harsh Economics and Natural Fiber Welding’s Collapse: Investors, Brands Should Share Blame

  • Subir Ghosh

12 September 2025
Circularity Issues / VAT Burden Analysis
Extending a garment’s lifespan through resale or repair cuts emissions, water use and chemical impacts, making reuse one of fashion’s most effective sustainability strategies.

Tax Systems Built for Linear Economies Threaten Progress of Global Circular Fashion

  • Subir Ghosh

12 September 2025
 
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Material Innovation / Tandem Repeat Interview
Tandem Repeat stems from a 15-year research effort, which includes 8 years in the lab and 7 years in industry, dedicated to creating protein-based solutions materials.

Combining Protein and Lyocell Using Chemistry and Biology: Material Innovation Ready to Expand

  • Richa Bansal

7 February 2025
Print Head / FESPA Global Expo 2022 / I Interview
Key industry suppliers will come together at FESPA 2022 at Berlin to showcase the latest developments in wide format, digital, offset, textile, and direct-to-garment printing, as well as embroidery, signage and much more. Europe’s leading print and signage exhibition will reunite key industry professionals, enabling valuable networking and business building opportunities, supporting face-to-face conversations with suppliers and providing the opportunity to see the latest innovations and trends in speciality

Print Is Just a Small Part of Supply Chain But at Each Stage Transformation Is Afoot

  • Subir Ghosh

30 May 2022
 
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