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The Split Ends innovation is the world’s first chemical-free, patent pending technology, cleanly separating cotton and polyester fibres from blended textiles. Transforming waste into valuable resources and shaping the circular future of textile-to-textile recycling.

ManuFutures in Deakin University at Warun Ponds.
The Deakin University facilities in Warun Ponds.
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  • Surya Subianto is a materials scientist working at Deakin University’s Future Fibres Hub with extensive expertise in sustainable materials, renewable energy and innovative textile processes.

    Holding a Ph.D. from Queensland University of Technology, he has worked in leading institutions in Australia and France, including his current role as a Research Fellow at the Institute for Frontier Materials, Deakin University.

    His work focuses on developing environmentally friendly materials and processes, reflected in his contributions to renewable energy systems, sustainable textiles and innovative coatings. His academic contributions include numerous publications in high-impact journals, book chapters and patents, such as advancements in plasma coloration and water-repellency techniques.

    His patent portfolio and academic output underscore his commitment to bridging the gap between science and industry, particularly in advancing eco-friendly solutions for critical materials and energy challenges.

  • With the support of Deakin University’s Arc for Future Fibres and ANFF-C, the Split Ends pilot is accelerating its journey from concept to commercial reality.

    This support enables Split Ends innovation to meet with possible partners globally and build out a strategic business plan from a micro-factory in Victoria Australia.

    The Split Ends pilot is better positioned to create new opportunities for global manufacturing and contribute to solving the pandemic of textile waste.

  • The Australian Research Council (ARC) is an independent Commonwealth entity established under the Australian Research Council Act 2001. It administers the National Competitive Grants Program (NCGP), a major pillar of Australia’s research and innovation investment, providing peer-reviewed support for both fundamental and applied research across diverse disciplines.

    Through rigorous evaluation and strategic funding, the ARC helps drive research excellence, strengthen industry collaboration, and deliver tangible economic, environmental, social and cultural benefits to the Australian community