Smart textiles - intelligent, technical, sensory, actuatory, multifunctional; Wearables, textile-based products ...
The development of smart textiles and new fields of application works only interdisciplinary and cross-industry. We promote the cooperation of manufacturers, developers and researchers - and ensure a fast transfer of knowledge between institutes and companies.
19 May 2026: Smart Textiles Workshop in Jena
Smart textile innovations: strengthening the location, securing added value, shaping the future
We cordially invite you to our smart textiles workshop on 19 May 2026 in Jena. The focus will be on innovation in sensory textile materials, the challenges involved in manufacturing and the opportunities for strengthening the regional production chain.
Survey on the use of AI in research
Materials science, engineering and textile science – How does AI influence research?
The Smarttex network is part of CONTEXT and is supporting CONTEXT member Aleksandra Ivanoska-Dacik from North Macedonia in her study on the use of AI-based tools in materials science, textile science and engineering.
4 November 2025: Smart Textiles Workshop - Lectures now online
Textiles meet innovation: insights into current trends and applications of smart materials
On 4 November 2025, another Smart Textiles workshop took place in Jena. You can download the scripts for this popular series of events featuring experts from science and industry free of charge here.
6 May 2025: Smart Textiles Workshop in Jena
Customised modifications of textile structures are the basis for innovative, marketable smart textiles
Many companies are facing major challenges. How are you responding? What role could smart textiles play in the future? Which parameters support marketability? Come to our Smart Textiles Workshop on 6 May 2025 to find out about new smart solutions in institutes and companies. Learn about outstanding projects and discuss the possibilities for your own products with the experts.