About

This three-part webinar series explores grand challenges for assistive fabric-based wearables across domains of movement assistance, training, worker safety, sports, and space exploration. Thought leaders and stakeholders explore the potential for advanced textiles and fabrics to revolutionize wearables through a series of short presentations and moderated panel discussions.

This webinar series is organized by Michigan State University; Stanford University; Rice University; University of Nevada, Las Vegas; and Northwestern University.

Dates, Registration, and Post-Webinar Resources

Future Threads 1: April 11, 2025, 12 to 1 p.m. EST (Webinar Recording)
Theme: Rehabilitation and physical assistance

Future Threads 2: April 18, 2025, 12 to 1 p.m. EST (Register)
Theme: Physical work and training

Future Threads 3: April 25, 2025, 3 to 4 p.m. EST (Register)
Theme: Sports, space and recovery

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