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Our faculty experts pioneer solutions to real-world industry challenges. As part of our land-grant mission, we provide testing and technical services to support industry advancements.

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Bird's eye view of students observing a paper machine - Smurfit Westrock Gift Sets Pace for Paper Science and Engineering Corporate Fundraising Effort - Forest Biomaterials NC State University

August 04, 2025

Smurfit Westrock Gift Sets Pace for Paper Science and Engineering Corporate Fundraising Effort

The gift kicks off a multimillion-dollar plan to modernize the capabilities, appeal and offerings of the paper science and engineering degree program.
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July 02, 2025

Forest Biomaterials Researchers Developing Sustainable Alternative to Plastic Foam Packaging

The fiber-based material, which is fully recyclable and biodegradable, could someday replace plastic foam materials used in cushioning and insulation for packaging.
Hal Lawton and Hasan Jameel - Distinguished Professorship Established in Honor of Hasan Jameel - Forest Biomaterials NC State University

July 31, 2024

Distinguished Professorship Established in Honor of Hasan Jameel

A gift from Hal Lawton ‘96 and his wife Joanne has established the Dr. Hasan Jameel Distinguished Professorship to support the activities of a professor in the Paper Science and Engineering program at NC State.

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Apr 01

Thursday8:00 AM

PPAB Spring Meeting and Celebration Banquet 2027
Apr 16

Friday8:30 AM

10th Annual “Fore the Pack” Scholarship Golf Tournament