Sofia Plakantonaki

Is a Chemical Engineer and sustainability-focused researcher and educator, specializing in eco-innovation, circular textiles, and design thinking. She holds a PhD in sustainable textile production, complemented by an MSc in Environment and Health and an MEd in e-Learning, combining technical expertise with educational innovation. With extensive experience in European-funded projects across the textile, footwear, and creative sectors, she has worked at the intersection of research, industry, and education, contributing to the development of sustainability-driven solutions and learning approaches. Her work focuses on turning sustainability into actionable, design-led solutions and engaging learning experiences that support the transition to more circular and responsible systems.