The innovative research project, “Modern KLA-Tex: Zero-Waste Circular Textile from Basketry Waste,” is a contemporary textile innovation developed under the principles of Zero-Waste and the Circular Economy. The project transforms leftover materials from traditional basketry production into a new generation of value-added textile materials, offering an environmentally responsible solution for sustainable product design. By maximizing resource efficiency and minimizing manufacturing waste, the innovation promotes the effective utilization of discarded materials while contributing to more sustainable production practices.

This innovation exemplifies the integration of expertise in engineering, materials technology, product design, and local craftsmanship, resulting in a novel approach to converting waste materials into products of economic value. At the same time, it supports natural resource conservation, enhances the value of community-based products through contemporary design, and creates opportunities for commercialization and competitiveness in today's global marketplace.

The research was developed by Associate Professor Dr. Rosjana Chandhasa, Assistant Professor Dr. Panu Pattanapanithipong, and Ms. Chutima Ngampipat of the Faculty of Engineering and Industrial Technology, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University.

The project has been selected for presentation at the 2026 Japan Design, Idea and Invention Expo (JDIE 2026), held from July 3–4, 2026, in Osaka, Japan. As one of the leading international platforms for showcasing research, innovation, and inventions, JDIE 2026 provides researchers, inventors, and higher education institutions from around the world with opportunities to exchange knowledge, establish international collaborative networks, and further develop innovative research toward sustainable global impact.