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May 3, 2023

Studying Fundamentals of Water as a Solvent Could Lead to Greener Cellulose-Based Products

Water can change its solubility characteristics depending upon what it interacts with.

May 1, 2023

Elena Zuidema is anticipating her First Internship

Elena Zuidema is a first-year student pursuing the dual degree in Paper Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering. Coming to college, she was interested in working in a sustainable industry…

Apr 19, 2023

FB Graduate Student Spotlight: Cullen Burke

Meet Cullen Burke, one of the new Forest Biomaterials students who joined our Graduate program this semester! 

Apr 19, 2023

SMTSA: The Newly Created Student-run Organization Breathing Life Into the Sustainable Materials and Technology Program

Previously known as the Wood Products major, the Sustainable Materials and Technology program has been a rich part of NC State’s history dating back to the 1960’s. After going through…

Apr 14, 2023

Meet Jenny Nguyen – An inspiration in and outside the classroom and LOVES paper!

Each year. Mr. Steve Roush  Vice President, Publisher and Editor of Paperitalo Publications highlights a PSE student in his publication. This year, Jenny Nguyen was selected and Steve caught up with…

Mar 22, 2023

Sargassum is a Growing Problem. Researchers May Have a Solution

Funded with a $2.25 million grant from the Department of Energy, NC State researchers will collect sargassum and combine it with wood waste to produce sustainable aviation fuel and battery-grade graphite.

Mar 20, 2023

Brian Cardini Memorial Scholarship Keeps Beloved Student’s Legacy Alive

Brian Cardini was one of those guys you never forget. And his friends who created the Brian Cardini Memorial Scholarship through NC State’s College of Natural Resources never have and never will. 

Mar 10, 2023

Paper Super Scholars…the Best of the Best

The excitement of attending college is a feeling that resonates amongst every wide-eyed hopeful senior as acceptance letters come rolling in. Acceptance to prestigious universities and humble small colleges alike…

Mar 3, 2023

Martin Hubbe Awarded 2023 Gunnar Nicholson Gold Medal Award

Established in 1928, the Gunnar Nicholson Gold Medal Award is the highest honor that the Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI) can bestow upon an individual.

Feb 28, 2023

Looking Back with Gratitude as I Move Forward in My Career

One of the best things about the Paper Science and Engineering (PSE) program is how focused the program is on finding you work and encouraging you to go out and…