LASRA: Research and Science

Driving innovation in sustainable leather and collagen technology.

Core Research Pillars

LASRA's research is fundamentally grounded in practical application, spanning the entire lifecycle of leather production. Our strategic focus is defined by two critical pillars:

🔬 Quality and Performance Maximization

  • Improving skin removal and short-term preservation methods.
  • Evaluating new depilation technologies.
  • Developing advanced materials using nano-reagents for enhanced resistance to fire, stains and bacterial factors.

🌱 Environmental Sustainability & Circular Economy

  • Primary goal: Investigation of methods to further reduce environmental impact.
  • Development of the ThruBlu™ tanning process to reduce chloride and sulphate effluent.
  • Promoting waste valorisation and a genuine circular economy model through the application of a Digital Twins approach.

Key Strategic Goals

Our strategy is built on clear, measurable objectives (SMART goals) across three core domains, tracked by Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

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Innovation

Accelerate translation of LASRA’s research into market-ready products and technologies. KPI: Number of new products/technologies successfully commercialised.

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Economic Growth

Drive economic growth by increasing export earnings and supporting the expansion of SMEs. KPI: Measured growth in industry revenue and export value directly attributable to LASRA initiatives.

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Sustainability

Enhance environmental sustainability by reducing water use, energy consumption, and GHG emissions. KPI: Percentage reduction in environmental impact metrics achieved.

Market Diversification & High-Value Sectors

We are actively exploring high-value, high-growth sectors for collagen-based products beyond traditional leather, unlocking new potential for bio-materials.

Nutrition & Functional Foods
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Medical Applications
Therapeutics
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