Emma Diana

Background

Emma Diana is a PhD student in Manufacturing and Materials, with a research focus on circular fashion systems and sustainable textile development. She holds a multidisciplinary background combining textile design, fashion technology, sustainability, and art theory. Emma integrates technical expertise with creative and philosophical research, aiming to investigate and develop circular supply chains, localised and craft-based production models, and innovative reuse of waste materials within the fashion industry.

With over nine years of professional experience spanning product development, design, operations management, and content creation, Emma bridges practical industry knowledge with academic inquiry. Her work emphasises ecological responsibility, cultural narratives, and community collaboration, exploring how design can foster regenerative systems and sustainable practices. Emma is passionate about connecting hands-on craftsmanship with systemic innovation to contribute meaningfully to both scholarly research and community engagement.

Research opportunities

- Circular and sustainable textile supply chains

- Local craft and decentralised production models

- Product development using waste and natural fibres

- Community-led innovation and micro-business sustainability

- Integration of artistic research and material philosophy

Current activities

- Organising and delivering eco-design workshops using waste wool, felting techniques, and natural dyeing

- Collaborating with independent designers and community-led initiatives exploring sustainable practices

- Producing content for educational panels and sustainability-focused events

- Leading social media strategy and content creation for design-related campaigns and community engagement

- Writing and curating articles for her research-based blog exploring slow fashion, sustainable materials, and creative systems