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The Maria Manetti Shrem Institute for Sustainable Design, Fashion and Textiles at UC Davis is a research and design hub that connects academia, industry, community partners at local and global levels. It leads research in socially and environmentally responsible design of materials, products, technologies and systems through interdisciplinary collaboration, serves as a translational platform for real-world impact, and equips students with the skills and experiences to lead in a sustainable future."

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Laced in Reverie: Picnic Day Fashion Show 2026

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UC Davis Launches Maria Manetti Shrem Institute for Sustainable Design, Fashion and Textiles

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