Dr. Sayem holds a PhD in Fashion Technology from the University of Manchester. His research focused on developing a novel digital process of clothing pattern generation for the fashion industry. Dr. Sayem has published numerous articles and 2 book in the areas of digital fashion and sustainability.Leading the AHRC Digital Fashion Network project (2023-24) hosted at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), Dr. Sayem is bringing together academics, researchers, professionals and users from various fields through multiple events in 2023/24. He chaired the ‘Digital Fashion Innovation Conference’ held on 2-4th July 2024 in Manchester and has been chairing the ‘Digital Fashion Innovation Symposium’ since 2020 and the ‘Sustainable Fashion and Textile Congress’ since 2021. Actively involved in innovating and generating new knowledge in digital fashion, smart clothing, and sustainable fashion since 2003, Dr. Sayem has published research findings in reputable journals. His recent articles cover topics such as digital fashion, eco-design of fashion, smart clothing, and sustainable fashion and textiles.

• 1. Introduction to Digitalisation of Fashion Industry Targeting Sustainability 2. Eco-Design Using Digital Pattern Cutting and Virtual Prototyping to Reduce Fabric Waste: A Case Study on Simple Knitwear 3. Exploring the Role of the Re-Designer in a World with AI 4. Integration Opportunities of PLM and LCA to Meet Eco-Design Requirements 5. Digitally Enabled Practices to Scale Up Sustainability in Fashion Manufacturing 6. Scouting Textile and Clothing Design, Prototyping, and Manufacturing Processes Through Customised Additive Manufacturing Tools 7. Digital Product Passport and Digital Twin to Face Recycling Challenges for SMEs 8. AI Assisted Inspection and Fault Detection in Fashion Textiles 9. Factors Affecting Efficiency and Fabric Utilisation in Digital Pattern and Marker Making for Industrial Garment Manufacturing 10. The Evolution of Second-Hand Fashion Marketplaces on Digital Platform 11. Finding Sustainable Strategies for Fashion Communication Through Digital Channels 12. Potentials for 3D Design Technology in the Sustainable Growth of Apparel Industry 13. Regulatory and Ethical Considerations in AI Applications in Fashion Industry 14. Blockchain Technology and Supply Chain Transparency in Fashion 15. Case Study on AI-Assisted Fashion Design and Sustainability Issues 16. Case Study on Higg Index Tools for Sustainability 17. Case Study of Virtual Prototyping to Enhance Sustainability

Dr. Sayem holds a PhD in Fashion Technology from the University of Manchester. His research focused on developing a novel digital process of clothing pattern generation for the fashion industry. Dr. Sayem has published numerous articles and 2 book in the areas of digital fashion and sustainability.Leading the AHRC Digital Fashion Network project (2023-24) hosted at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), Dr. Sayem is bringing together academics, researchers, professionals and users from various fields through multiple events in 2023/24. He chaired the ‘Digital Fashion Innovation Conference’ held on 2-4th July 2024 in Manchester and has been chairing the ‘Digital Fashion Innovation Symposium’ since 2020 and the ‘Sustainable Fashion and Textile Congress’ since 2021. Actively involved in innovating and generating new knowledge in digital fashion, smart clothing, and sustainable fashion since 2003, Dr. Sayem has published research findings in reputable journals. His recent articles cover topics such as digital fashion, eco-design of fashion, smart clothing, and sustainable fashion and textiles.

• 1. Introduction to Digitalisation of Fashion Industry Targeting Sustainability 2. Eco-Design Using Digital Pattern Cutting and Virtual Prototyping to Reduce Fabric Waste: A Case Study on Simple Knitwear 3. Exploring the Role of the Re-Designer in a World with AI 4. Integration Opportunities of PLM and LCA to Meet Eco-Design Requirements 5. Digitally Enabled Practices to Scale Up Sustainability in Fashion Manufacturing 6. Scouting Textile and Clothing Design, Prototyping, and Manufacturing Processes Through Customised Additive Manufacturing Tools 7. Digital Product Passport and Digital Twin to Face Recycling Challenges for SMEs 8. AI Assisted Inspection and Fault Detection in Fashion Textiles 9. Factors Affecting Efficiency and Fabric Utilisation in Digital Pattern and Marker Making for Industrial Garment Manufacturing 10. The Evolution of Second-Hand Fashion Marketplaces on Digital Platform 11. Finding Sustainable Strategies for Fashion Communication Through Digital Channels 12. Potentials for 3D Design Technology in the Sustainable Growth of Apparel Industry 13. Regulatory and Ethical Considerations in AI Applications in Fashion Industry 14. Blockchain Technology and Supply Chain Transparency in Fashion 15. Case Study on AI-Assisted Fashion Design and Sustainability Issues 16. Case Study on Higg Index Tools for Sustainability 17. Case Study of Virtual Prototyping to Enhance Sustainability