Fashioning the Future through Electronic Textile Innovation

Driven by the potential of wearable technology and electronic textiles, I develop smart textile solutions that bring innovation to everyday life. My approach blends design thinking, technical skill, and material exploration to turn ideas into practical outcomes.

Researcher | Designer| Technologist

Education Overview

University of Minnesota, 2025

PhD in Design Innovation

Master of Science in Information Technology

Carnegie Mellon University, 2020

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, 2014

Research Experience

Research Student Assistant

Carnegie Mellon University, Morphing Matter Lab

January 2020 – July 2020

• Developed innovative fabric prosthetics for breast cancer survivors by combining hand weaving and digital fabrication techniques. Led user studies in the U.S. and Rwanda, analyzing data to inform design.

• Designed and fabricated soft robotics using pneumatic artificial McKibben muscles and conducted comprehensive lab experiments to support both projects.

Graduate Research Assistant

University of Minnesota, Wearable Technology Lab

January 2021 - July 2025

• Engaged in interdisciplinary wearable technology and e-textile research, including rehabilitation garments, strain analysis, digital patternmaking interfaces, and design intelligence for waste reduction.

• Collaborated with sponsors like NSF, Cisco, and Meta, while conducting literature reviews, lab experiments, and presenting findings.

• Actively contributed to peer-reviewed publications and research teams comprising designers, engineers, and computer scientists.

Teaching Experience

Lead Instructor

Diverse Voices of Africa (OLLI 30919, OLLI 30881)

University of Minnesota, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Fall, September 2022-Spring, May 2024

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Data Inference & Applied Machine Learning (ECE 18785), Data Analytics (ECE 18899)

Carnegie Mellon University

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Wearable Technology Laboratory Lab (DES 5902)

University of Minnesota

Spring, January 2024-May 2024

Fall, August – December 2019, Spring, January-May 2020

Industry Experience

Data Science Intern

Rwanda Revenue Authority

May – August 2019

Managing Director

Treasure Couture

January 2015 – July 2018

Co-Founder & Managing Director

Treasure Care Foundation

January 2016 – July 2018

I highly recommend Olaitan Adeleke for her exceptional work and dedication. As her supervisor, I have witnessed her consistently demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and leadership in her role. Olaitan is a proactive and reliable professional, always eager to learn and improve. Her ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and maintain a positive attitude makes her an asset to any team. I am confident she will continue to excel in any endeavor she pursues.

Lucy E Dunne

★★★★★

Location Info

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Location

2515 Campus Road

Miller Hall, Room 201B

Hours

9 AM - 5 PM (Monday-Friday)