Dr. Sayem holds a PhD in Fashion Technology from the University of Manchester. His research focused on developing a novel digital process of clothing pattern generation for the fashion industry. Dr. Sayem has published numerous articles and 2 book in the areas of digital fashion and sustainability.Leading the AHRC Digital Fashion Network project (2023-24) hosted at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), Dr. Sayem is bringing together academics, researchers, professionals and users from various fields through multiple events in 2023/24. He chaired the ‘Digital Fashion Innovation Conference’ held on 2-4th July 2024 in Manchester and has been chairing the ‘Digital Fashion Innovation Symposium’ since 2020 and the ‘Sustainable Fashion and Textile Congress’ since 2021. Actively involved in innovating and generating new knowledge in digital fashion, smart clothing, and sustainable fashion since 2003, Dr. Sayem has published research findings in reputable journals. His recent articles cover topics such as digital fashion, eco-design of fashion, smart clothing, and sustainable fashion and textiles.