Our Mission
LASRA is New Zealand’s leading research association dedicated to the advancement of sustainable leather, hide, skin, and collagen technology. We drive industry innovation through world-class science, providing key strategic research and accredited technical services to our members globally.
Key Industry Focus
🌿 Sustainability
Developing cleaner processes, reducing effluent, and promoting circular economy models in manufacturing.
🧬 Collagen Science
Unlocking high-value applications for co-products in nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and medical fields.
⚙️ Process Optimisation
Improving hide preservation, tanning efficiency, and final leather performance characteristics.
Member Area & Tools
📢 January 2024: New Research Grant Secured
LASRA successfully secured funding for the "Digital Twins in Tanning" project, focusing on predictive modeling for waste reduction. Project commences next quarter.
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