Vishaka Karnad
Dr. Vishaka Ashish Karnad (Born 21st June 1975 in Mumbai) is a dedicated teaching and research professional in the field of Textile and Fashion Technology, Home Science and Education.
She is an experienced Assistant Professor at the College of Home Science, Nirmala Niketan, Mumbai (India). She is the very first Home Scientist to have obtained a Doctoral Degree in Home Science (Textile and Fashion Technology) under the University of Mumbai.
Ex-Chairperson, Ad-hoc Board of Studies in Home Science, University of Mumbai, Ex-Member of Academic Council, Current member of the Research Recognition Committee, Ex member of the Board of University Teaching and Research and other allied teaching and research bodies of the University of Mumbai. She is appointed on the examination panels of other academic institutes in India as well.
She was responsible for implementing key policy decisions for curriculum development, eligibility criteria, examinations, research and teaching appointments for career advancement. Various under graduate and post graduate educational reforms that included Credit Based Semester and Grading System, Master’s program in Community Resource Management, Ph.D. Course Work on Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Applications, Certificate Course in Ergonomics and Workstation Design, Bridge Course in Home Science and Modules for B.Sc. (Interdisciplinary Sciences) programs were introduced at University of Mumbai. She has been instrumental in taking and implementing key policy decisions with regards to curriculum development, eligibility criteria, examinations, research and teaching. She has been the Coordinator, Course in “Home Management” for needy women conducted by Y. B. Chavan Pratishthan (Maharashtra Mahila Vyaspeeth) training young ladies of the lower socio economic groups with income generating textile related skills of dyeing and printing, embroidery, textile craft, culinary and other hand skills.
Recipient of the Rashtriya Gaurav Award and Certificate of Excellence by the India International Friendship Society, the Glory of India Gold Medal by the International Institute for Success Awareness and Fellow of The Textile Institute and Chartered Member of The Textile Institute for her meritorious teaching and research contributions.
She believes that education should be student centric and practices participatory styles of teaching and learning. She has participated in several seminars and conferences and undertakes collaborative research projects by guiding scholars at post graduate and doctoral levels in emerging fields of textiles; designing and developing womens formal wear using traditional prints, natural dyeing, thermochromic pigment printing and chitosan treated cotton, specialty finishes for medical wear, are some her recent interests. She has presented and published several research and review papers. She is a member of different professional bodies- The Textile Institute, Society of Dyers and Colourists, Home Science Association of India, Textile Association of India and Indian Textile Accessories and Machinery Manufacturers' Association.
She pursues her hobby of vocal Indian Classical Music and appreciation of traditional art and craft forms. Societal welfare initiatives through extension education and voluntary training programs are her other pursuits. Team working, diligence and perseverance in fulfilling her dream while helping others to realize their own have contributed to her profile in many ways.
Phone: 9920921975
Address: 4/183, SUDARSHAN BUILDING GARODIA NAGAR
GHATKOPAR EAST
She is an experienced Assistant Professor at the College of Home Science, Nirmala Niketan, Mumbai (India). She is the very first Home Scientist to have obtained a Doctoral Degree in Home Science (Textile and Fashion Technology) under the University of Mumbai.
Ex-Chairperson, Ad-hoc Board of Studies in Home Science, University of Mumbai, Ex-Member of Academic Council, Current member of the Research Recognition Committee, Ex member of the Board of University Teaching and Research and other allied teaching and research bodies of the University of Mumbai. She is appointed on the examination panels of other academic institutes in India as well.
She was responsible for implementing key policy decisions for curriculum development, eligibility criteria, examinations, research and teaching appointments for career advancement. Various under graduate and post graduate educational reforms that included Credit Based Semester and Grading System, Master’s program in Community Resource Management, Ph.D. Course Work on Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Applications, Certificate Course in Ergonomics and Workstation Design, Bridge Course in Home Science and Modules for B.Sc. (Interdisciplinary Sciences) programs were introduced at University of Mumbai. She has been instrumental in taking and implementing key policy decisions with regards to curriculum development, eligibility criteria, examinations, research and teaching. She has been the Coordinator, Course in “Home Management” for needy women conducted by Y. B. Chavan Pratishthan (Maharashtra Mahila Vyaspeeth) training young ladies of the lower socio economic groups with income generating textile related skills of dyeing and printing, embroidery, textile craft, culinary and other hand skills.
Recipient of the Rashtriya Gaurav Award and Certificate of Excellence by the India International Friendship Society, the Glory of India Gold Medal by the International Institute for Success Awareness and Fellow of The Textile Institute and Chartered Member of The Textile Institute for her meritorious teaching and research contributions.
She believes that education should be student centric and practices participatory styles of teaching and learning. She has participated in several seminars and conferences and undertakes collaborative research projects by guiding scholars at post graduate and doctoral levels in emerging fields of textiles; designing and developing womens formal wear using traditional prints, natural dyeing, thermochromic pigment printing and chitosan treated cotton, specialty finishes for medical wear, are some her recent interests. She has presented and published several research and review papers. She is a member of different professional bodies- The Textile Institute, Society of Dyers and Colourists, Home Science Association of India, Textile Association of India and Indian Textile Accessories and Machinery Manufacturers' Association.
She pursues her hobby of vocal Indian Classical Music and appreciation of traditional art and craft forms. Societal welfare initiatives through extension education and voluntary training programs are her other pursuits. Team working, diligence and perseverance in fulfilling her dream while helping others to realize their own have contributed to her profile in many ways.
Phone: 9920921975
Address: 4/183, SUDARSHAN BUILDING GARODIA NAGAR
GHATKOPAR EAST
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The research methodology involved exploratory phase, doodling, technical drawings for designing development, Survey I, sourcing of materials (three fleece fabrics and polystyrene beads), fabric testing, product development and Survey II with field trials. The test results and survey data was analyzed represented in tables and charts.
Bean bags were preferred over other types of seats. All children liked to play around with bean bags. They are best kept in bedrooms than other rooms in homes or in offices. They are considered cheaper than other chairs. The idea of gifting bean bags was liked by the respondents. Respondents of the study liked the novel idea of caricatured bean bags.
Indian handloom, an integral part of Indian lifestyle, continues to remain one of the most vibrant and vital aspect of contemporary times. In the wake of rapid technology changes and ever fluctuating contours of market preferences, there is an imperative need to preserve ancient craftsmanship lest they should get extinct. As many of traditional handlooms are tumbling, a dormancy of indigenous knowledge of some of the traditional textile techniques is witnessed. One such craft is Ikat from Pochampally. Telangana, India is the most prolific producer of Ikat design, where these designs have gained immense popularity in the last four decades.
Fashion - like architecture is one of the most visible signs of civilization. The choice of clothing is perhaps a crucial reflection of a person’s identity and culture. The emphasis on uniqueness has made creativity in design of utmost importance. With changes in socioeconomic factors and increasing working class, the ‘price sensitive’ Indian consumers are now shopping more frequently. The growing fashion-conscious outlook has turned women’s formal wear segment into a lucrative and a highly evolving market.
As more women join the corporate world, western formal wear is dominant in sales not only in metro cities but also in Tier II and Tier III cities. The apparel market of India has been going through a phase of transformation; both from the supply as well as the demand side of the market. On the demand front, consumers are switching from the conventional approach of need based purchase to occasion specific clothing, from unbranded to branded apparel, from ready to stitch fabric to ready to wear apparel, from limited colors and styles to a wide range of colors and styles. Indian trousers market are no exception to this trend.
This is a part of the Ph.D. research “Design Development of Trendy Women’s Western Formal Wear” undertaken by the designers. In the preliminary survey of consumers and retail market, it was found that trousers are the most preferred western womenswear and the highest selling leg-wear. Also, blending Lycra in trouser fabric provides a better fit to the garment and comfort to the wearer. To meet the requirement of the end product, the traditional customary Cotton/Silk woven Ikat fabric is substituted with Cotton/Lycra core spun yarn in the weft, which provides the much-needed stretch for trousers.
Therefore, it is an attempt to blend Indian traditional handloom with the most commercially successful western outfit. It is attempt to infuse the Indian essence in western clothing that is being rapidly adopted by the Indian consumer. This effort supports the “Make in India” initiative as it makes use of cotton lycra blend yarns (machine made) and Pochampally (hand-dyed hand-woven fabrics) providing an impetus to using traditional textiles and thus contributing to position Indian textiles in the global manufacturing and marketing scenario of western womenswear.
Dramatic transformation for allowing a hidden image or message printed with standard fabric inks to remain concealed, until such time that the thermochromic disappearing ink begins transition resulting in interactive, ever-changing article of clothing. The objectives were to assess the physical properties of knitted and woven fabrics, to test color fastness of woven and knitted fabric after printing with thermochromic pigments and to compare and evaluate the fastness properties of the woven and knitted fabrics.
The study explored the possibilities of using Thermochromic pigments on Polyester, Cotton Wool (Woven) and Cotton Lycra (Knitted) fabrics. The recipe used for preparation of printing paste used was 5% thermo-chromic pigment and 95% acrylic binder.
Time span for appearing and disappearing of prints with given thermochromic pigments (slime and powder). Physical properties of knitted and woven fabrics before and after printing Color fastness of woven and knitted fabric after printing with thermo-chromic pigments. Fastness properties of thermochromic printed fabrics were good except for fair rating in wash fastness. Fabrics with low grams per square meter gave good results as far as fastness properties are concerned. Time taken for appearing and disappearing of thermochromic prints depends upon weight of the fabric with low weight taking more time for appearing and disappearing of thermochromic prints as compared to fabric with higher weight fabrics.
It is clear that hospitals give importance to health and human resources. Therefore, efficient and effective management of material resources in health institutions needs to be aligned with the issues of care. Effective controls need to be adopted to ensure the availability of such resources with quality, timing, quantity and fair price.
The purpose of the study was to highlight the importance of the material management systems and extent of doctors’ and nurses’ engagement in management policies. The research method included review of previous studies, interviewing Purchase Heads of three hospitals and observing different departments; qualitative responses were noted.
Doctors and nurses contribute to better management while ensuring quality patient care as they are the users and recommenders of many products. The management of hospitals works best when these medical personnel are involved in decisions of resource allocation and purchasing of products for the provision of patient care. Doctors have the ultimate clinical responsibility for patient care and add essential expertise to the management of hospitals, not only regarding clinical issues but also about strategic budgeting and resource allocation issues. Being involved in the management of budgets allows doctors to contribute to better decision-making regarding the use of resources.
In this context, it was found that in the three hospitals doctors and nurses were consulted for various issues for better management, their expertise and inputs were valued and through their help, the healthcare institutions could identify opportunities for quality improvement.
An online tool was used to comprehend consumers’ garment buying behavior including aspects of age group, occupation, income, preferences for formal wear, frequency of use, criteria for brand selection, pattern of formal wear, motivating factors for purchase of formals. Use of Google forms facilitated quick response towards data collection. Shirts and trousers were found to be the most preferred garments in Mumbai especially branded western formals for reasons of comfort and value for money. Past experience and price were important criteria for brand loyalty. Urge for variety fascinates consumers to look out for different brands as well. Fit of garments was the most important motivational factor in the choice of western formals. There is an ever-growing demand for innovations in cut and styles, designs and patterns, color and fabric. The rising fashion consciousness at work place has turned women’s formal wear segment into a lucrative and highly evolving market thus providing space for new entrepreneurs to become a part of this developing sector.
The preseantation presents findings of a survey conducted to understand psychographics and consumer buying preferences and its relation to the present market scenario in India highlighting the influential factors for consumerism in women’s western formal wear. It also enlists tips for making and administering Google forms as tools for quick research and data collection sharing the researchers’ experience.
Papers by Vishaka Karnad
processes are damaging. Cotton comprises 45% of the global textile industry sector that uses large
quantities of water for coloration and processing. Review of literature shows prospects for SFC
dyeing on synthetic fibres using disperse dyes. The study explored possibilities of optimizing reactive
dyeing process for cotton using supercritical carbon dioxide and attempted to establish alternative
methods to conventional dyeing reducing water and electrolyte for cotton reactive dyeing. Cotton
fabric was dyed with three dyeing techniques of Exhaust, Pad-dry and Supercritical Fluid Carbondioxide
(SFC) with Reactive Orange 131 and 72 for 4% shades. Considering performance of samples
dyed using exhaust dyeing (with salt and no salt) and using MLR of 1:10 and 1:20, pad-dry and
Supercritical Fluid Carbon dioxide dyeing, it was observed that conventional technique of exhaust
dyeing produced optimum results followed by pad-dry, methanol soaking and SFC. On evaluation of
fastness and physical properties exhaust dyed samples had better fastness in comparison to other
dyeing techniques excepting light fastness wherein SFC dyed samples showed better results.
Considering physical properties, methanol and SFC dyed samples showed better fastness than Exhaust
and Pad-dry techniques. An increase in tear strength was observed in methanol and SFC dyed
samples. A reduction in tensile strength across all samples and dyeing techniques was observed and
comparatively lesser reduction in tensile strength was observed in methanol soaked and SFC dyed
samples.
processes are damaging. Cotton comprises 45% of the global textile industry sector that uses large
quantities of water for coloration and processing. Review of literature shows prospects for SFC
dyeing on synthetic fibres using disperse dyes. The study explored possibilities of optimizing reactive
dyeing process for cotton using supercritical carbon dioxide and attempted to establish alternative
methods to conventional dyeing reducing water and electrolyte for cotton reactive dyeing. Cotton
fabric was dyed with three dyeing techniques of Exhaust, Pad-dry and Supercritical Fluid Carbondioxide
(SFC) with Reactive Orange 131 and 72 for 4% shades. Considering performance of samples
dyed using exhaust dyeing (with salt and no salt) and using MLR of 1:10 and 1:20, pad-dry and
Supercritical Fluid Carbon dioxide dyeing, it was observed that conventional technique of exhaust
dyeing produced optimum results followed by pad-dry, methanol soaking and SFC. On evaluation of
fastness and physical properties exhaust dyed samples had better fastness in comparison to other
dyeing techniques excepting light fastness wherein SFC dyed samples showed better results.
Considering physical properties, methanol and SFC dyed samples showed better fastness than Exhaust
and Pad-dry techniques. An increase in tear strength was observed in methanol and SFC dyed
samples. A reduction in tensile strength across all samples and dyeing techniques was observed and
comparatively lesser reduction in tensile strength was observed in methanol soaked and SFC dyed
samples.
The research methodology involved exploratory phase, doodling, technical drawings for designing development, Survey I, sourcing of materials (three fleece fabrics and polystyrene beads), fabric testing, product development and Survey II with field trials. The test results and survey data was analyzed represented in tables and charts.
Bean bags were preferred over other types of seats. All children liked to play around with bean bags. They are best kept in bedrooms than other rooms in homes or in offices. They are considered cheaper than other chairs. The idea of gifting bean bags was liked by the respondents. Respondents of the study liked the novel idea of caricatured bean bags.
Indian handloom, an integral part of Indian lifestyle, continues to remain one of the most vibrant and vital aspect of contemporary times. In the wake of rapid technology changes and ever fluctuating contours of market preferences, there is an imperative need to preserve ancient craftsmanship lest they should get extinct. As many of traditional handlooms are tumbling, a dormancy of indigenous knowledge of some of the traditional textile techniques is witnessed. One such craft is Ikat from Pochampally. Telangana, India is the most prolific producer of Ikat design, where these designs have gained immense popularity in the last four decades.
Fashion - like architecture is one of the most visible signs of civilization. The choice of clothing is perhaps a crucial reflection of a person’s identity and culture. The emphasis on uniqueness has made creativity in design of utmost importance. With changes in socioeconomic factors and increasing working class, the ‘price sensitive’ Indian consumers are now shopping more frequently. The growing fashion-conscious outlook has turned women’s formal wear segment into a lucrative and a highly evolving market.
As more women join the corporate world, western formal wear is dominant in sales not only in metro cities but also in Tier II and Tier III cities. The apparel market of India has been going through a phase of transformation; both from the supply as well as the demand side of the market. On the demand front, consumers are switching from the conventional approach of need based purchase to occasion specific clothing, from unbranded to branded apparel, from ready to stitch fabric to ready to wear apparel, from limited colors and styles to a wide range of colors and styles. Indian trousers market are no exception to this trend.
This is a part of the Ph.D. research “Design Development of Trendy Women’s Western Formal Wear” undertaken by the designers. In the preliminary survey of consumers and retail market, it was found that trousers are the most preferred western womenswear and the highest selling leg-wear. Also, blending Lycra in trouser fabric provides a better fit to the garment and comfort to the wearer. To meet the requirement of the end product, the traditional customary Cotton/Silk woven Ikat fabric is substituted with Cotton/Lycra core spun yarn in the weft, which provides the much-needed stretch for trousers.
Therefore, it is an attempt to blend Indian traditional handloom with the most commercially successful western outfit. It is attempt to infuse the Indian essence in western clothing that is being rapidly adopted by the Indian consumer. This effort supports the “Make in India” initiative as it makes use of cotton lycra blend yarns (machine made) and Pochampally (hand-dyed hand-woven fabrics) providing an impetus to using traditional textiles and thus contributing to position Indian textiles in the global manufacturing and marketing scenario of western womenswear.
Dramatic transformation for allowing a hidden image or message printed with standard fabric inks to remain concealed, until such time that the thermochromic disappearing ink begins transition resulting in interactive, ever-changing article of clothing. The objectives were to assess the physical properties of knitted and woven fabrics, to test color fastness of woven and knitted fabric after printing with thermochromic pigments and to compare and evaluate the fastness properties of the woven and knitted fabrics.
The study explored the possibilities of using Thermochromic pigments on Polyester, Cotton Wool (Woven) and Cotton Lycra (Knitted) fabrics. The recipe used for preparation of printing paste used was 5% thermo-chromic pigment and 95% acrylic binder.
Time span for appearing and disappearing of prints with given thermochromic pigments (slime and powder). Physical properties of knitted and woven fabrics before and after printing Color fastness of woven and knitted fabric after printing with thermo-chromic pigments. Fastness properties of thermochromic printed fabrics were good except for fair rating in wash fastness. Fabrics with low grams per square meter gave good results as far as fastness properties are concerned. Time taken for appearing and disappearing of thermochromic prints depends upon weight of the fabric with low weight taking more time for appearing and disappearing of thermochromic prints as compared to fabric with higher weight fabrics.
It is clear that hospitals give importance to health and human resources. Therefore, efficient and effective management of material resources in health institutions needs to be aligned with the issues of care. Effective controls need to be adopted to ensure the availability of such resources with quality, timing, quantity and fair price.
The purpose of the study was to highlight the importance of the material management systems and extent of doctors’ and nurses’ engagement in management policies. The research method included review of previous studies, interviewing Purchase Heads of three hospitals and observing different departments; qualitative responses were noted.
Doctors and nurses contribute to better management while ensuring quality patient care as they are the users and recommenders of many products. The management of hospitals works best when these medical personnel are involved in decisions of resource allocation and purchasing of products for the provision of patient care. Doctors have the ultimate clinical responsibility for patient care and add essential expertise to the management of hospitals, not only regarding clinical issues but also about strategic budgeting and resource allocation issues. Being involved in the management of budgets allows doctors to contribute to better decision-making regarding the use of resources.
In this context, it was found that in the three hospitals doctors and nurses were consulted for various issues for better management, their expertise and inputs were valued and through their help, the healthcare institutions could identify opportunities for quality improvement.
An online tool was used to comprehend consumers’ garment buying behavior including aspects of age group, occupation, income, preferences for formal wear, frequency of use, criteria for brand selection, pattern of formal wear, motivating factors for purchase of formals. Use of Google forms facilitated quick response towards data collection. Shirts and trousers were found to be the most preferred garments in Mumbai especially branded western formals for reasons of comfort and value for money. Past experience and price were important criteria for brand loyalty. Urge for variety fascinates consumers to look out for different brands as well. Fit of garments was the most important motivational factor in the choice of western formals. There is an ever-growing demand for innovations in cut and styles, designs and patterns, color and fabric. The rising fashion consciousness at work place has turned women’s formal wear segment into a lucrative and highly evolving market thus providing space for new entrepreneurs to become a part of this developing sector.
The preseantation presents findings of a survey conducted to understand psychographics and consumer buying preferences and its relation to the present market scenario in India highlighting the influential factors for consumerism in women’s western formal wear. It also enlists tips for making and administering Google forms as tools for quick research and data collection sharing the researchers’ experience.
processes are damaging. Cotton comprises 45% of the global textile industry sector that uses large
quantities of water for coloration and processing. Review of literature shows prospects for SFC
dyeing on synthetic fibres using disperse dyes. The study explored possibilities of optimizing reactive
dyeing process for cotton using supercritical carbon dioxide and attempted to establish alternative
methods to conventional dyeing reducing water and electrolyte for cotton reactive dyeing. Cotton
fabric was dyed with three dyeing techniques of Exhaust, Pad-dry and Supercritical Fluid Carbondioxide
(SFC) with Reactive Orange 131 and 72 for 4% shades. Considering performance of samples
dyed using exhaust dyeing (with salt and no salt) and using MLR of 1:10 and 1:20, pad-dry and
Supercritical Fluid Carbon dioxide dyeing, it was observed that conventional technique of exhaust
dyeing produced optimum results followed by pad-dry, methanol soaking and SFC. On evaluation of
fastness and physical properties exhaust dyed samples had better fastness in comparison to other
dyeing techniques excepting light fastness wherein SFC dyed samples showed better results.
Considering physical properties, methanol and SFC dyed samples showed better fastness than Exhaust
and Pad-dry techniques. An increase in tear strength was observed in methanol and SFC dyed
samples. A reduction in tensile strength across all samples and dyeing techniques was observed and
comparatively lesser reduction in tensile strength was observed in methanol soaked and SFC dyed
samples.
processes are damaging. Cotton comprises 45% of the global textile industry sector that uses large
quantities of water for coloration and processing. Review of literature shows prospects for SFC
dyeing on synthetic fibres using disperse dyes. The study explored possibilities of optimizing reactive
dyeing process for cotton using supercritical carbon dioxide and attempted to establish alternative
methods to conventional dyeing reducing water and electrolyte for cotton reactive dyeing. Cotton
fabric was dyed with three dyeing techniques of Exhaust, Pad-dry and Supercritical Fluid Carbondioxide
(SFC) with Reactive Orange 131 and 72 for 4% shades. Considering performance of samples
dyed using exhaust dyeing (with salt and no salt) and using MLR of 1:10 and 1:20, pad-dry and
Supercritical Fluid Carbon dioxide dyeing, it was observed that conventional technique of exhaust
dyeing produced optimum results followed by pad-dry, methanol soaking and SFC. On evaluation of
fastness and physical properties exhaust dyed samples had better fastness in comparison to other
dyeing techniques excepting light fastness wherein SFC dyed samples showed better results.
Considering physical properties, methanol and SFC dyed samples showed better fastness than Exhaust
and Pad-dry techniques. An increase in tear strength was observed in methanol and SFC dyed
samples. A reduction in tensile strength across all samples and dyeing techniques was observed and
comparatively lesser reduction in tensile strength was observed in methanol soaked and SFC dyed
samples.