Solmaz Es'haghloo-Galougahi
College of Family and Consumer Sciences
PhD Candidate & Graduate Teaching Assistant, President TMI/GSC
Education
| Degree | Field of Study | Institution | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. | Carpet design | Art University of Semnan, Iran | 2013 |
| M.A. | Raw Materials and Dyeing | Art University of Tabriz, Iran | 2015 |
| Research Certificate | Qualitative Method | University of Georgia | 2024 |
| PhD. | Textiles, Merchandising, and Interiors | University of Georgia | 2021-now |
Research
Specializing in the rich cultural tapestry woven within Oriental rugs, my research delves into their multifaceted presence within the United States and their profound significance in Eastern traditions. My academic journey commenced with a bachelor's degree in carpet and fabric design, steering me towards a deeper exploration of natural dyeing techniques for fabrics integral to rug crafting during my master's studies. The pivotal moment of immigrating to the United States ignited my awareness of the cultural essence of these intricate weavings. This awakening fueled my scholarly pursuit of the diverse interpretations of material culture across different societal landscapes. Consequently, my doctoral research centers on unraveling rugs' nuanced utilization and cultural significance, illuminating how various cultural perspectives shape their understanding.
Prior Professional Positions
| Organization | Title | Years of Service |
|---|---|---|
| Mohawk Industries | Carpet Design Intern | 2024 |
| Mohawk Industries | Carpet Design Intern | 2023 |
| Tabriz carpet design company | Rug designer | Jun 2018- October 2020 |
| Freelance Designer | Fabric designer | 2015-2020 |
Awards
| Award Name | Awarded By | Year Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| L.Frank and Georgia D. Rodgers Graduate Student Award | College of Family and Consumer Sciences | 2024 |
| Michael Schoenecke Travel Grant | PCA National Conference | 2024 |
| Jones Anderson Family Endowment Scholarship | The College of Family and Consumer Sciences | 2023 |
| Virginia Wilbanks Kilgore Scholarship | The College of Family and Consumer Sciences | 2023 |
| Outstanding Teaching Assistant | University of Georgia | 2022-2023 |
Service
| Organization | Title | Year(s) | Service Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diversity, equity, and inclusion | Representing the Textile, Merchandising, and Interiors department for the FACS DEI | 2023-2024 | |
| TMI Graduate students committee | Vice President | 2022-2023 | |
| TMI Graduate students committee | President | 2023-2024 |
Advisory Committee
Co-chair advisors: Dr. Katalin Medvedev & Dr. Kim Rich Meister
Committee member: Dr. Giovanni Pietro Dazzo
Committee member: Dr. Jeyeon Jo
Areas of Expertise
Textile Science, Textile Design, Rug and Carpet Design
Journal Articles
Sadeghi-Kiakhani, M., Tehrani-Bagha, A. R., Safapour, S., Eshaghloo-Galugahi, S., & Etezad, S. M. (2021). Ultrasound-assisted extraction of natural dyes from Hawthorn fruits for dyeing polyamide fabric and study its fastness, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. Environment, Development and Sustainability, 23(6), 9163-9180.
Safapour, S., Sadeghi-Kiakhani, M., & Eshaghloo-Galugahi, S. (2018). Extraction, dyeing, and antibacterial properties of Crataegus elbursensis fruit natural dye on wool yarn. Fibers and Polymers, 19(7), 1428-1434.
Seyed-Saadati, S. H., Eshaghloo Galougahi, S., Safapour, S., & Sadeghi-Kiakhani, M. (2015). Optimization of ultrasonic-assisted extraction process of Hawthorn fruit natural dye. Journal of Color Science and Technology (ICST), 9(4), 8. Institute for Color Science and Technology with scientific cooperation of Iran Color Society.
Publications
Conferences:
Weaving Past into Present: Using Poetic Analysis to Explore the Cultural Significance of Oriental Rugs in Shaping Personal Identity, accepted in the ICQI international conference.
Unraveling Cross-Cultural Knots of Oriental Rug: Identity, Adaptation, and Perception," accepted at the PCA national conference.
Working Papers
Memoirs in Weave: Oriental Rugs, Childhood Memory, and Adulthood Identity