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Professor Clio Padovani has senior academic expertise in Textiles, focusing on design heritage as a driver for innovation in the textile industry. Her research interests lie in narrative material culture and the retention of textile heritage through community narratives, emphasizing the social values embedded within textile practices. Clio has extensive experience in leading research projects across Europe, including her role as Academic Project Leader for EurotexId, which was funded by the EU Culture Programme. In addition, she has acted as a Research Fellow on the Plustex project, investigating social sustainability in textile manufacturing. Clio's scholarly communication includes co-authoring the book 'Sustainability Social Fabric - Europe’s New Textile Industries' published by Bloomsbury Academic in 2017. Her academic journey includes teaching textiles at the Winchester School of Art from 1995 to 2014, serving as Deputy Head of School for Education, and leading curriculum restructuring initiatives. With a focus on interdisciplinary approaches, Clio integrates insights from film, weaving, and writing into her research, aiming to valorize textile skills and cultural significance through innovative educational practices. She is also involved in various organizations, supporting creative industries and has held external examiner positions at universities.
University of Southampton • Southampton, ENG, GB
Senior academic focused on textiles, leading various research projects and initiatives.
Winchester School of Art, University of Southampton • Southampton, ENG, GB
Oversaw educational strategies and curriculum restructuring for the School.
Winchester School of Art, University of Southampton • Southampton, ENG, GB
Led the development of new undergraduate programs and curriculum.