{"id":11760,"date":"2017-12-04T10:52:50","date_gmt":"2017-12-04T15:52:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cnr.ncsu.edu\/fb\/?page_id=11760"},"modified":"2025-06-03T13:07:08","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T17:07:08","slug":"areas-of-research","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cnr.ncsu.edu\/fb\/research\/areas-of-research\/","title":{"rendered":"Areas of Research"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n

The Department of Forest Biomaterials is recognized worldwide for our cutting-edge research. Our efforts not only lead to new breakthroughs in industry practices, they serve as a valuable training ground for students interested in working on the frontline of their chosen fields. Our innovative ideas and projects lead to sustainable real-world solutions and solidify us as the go-to place to solve natural resources challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\n \"Biomaterials\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n
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Biomaterials <\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Our biomaterials research investigates the fundamental and applied aspects of nanocellulose and lignin-based biomaterials. <\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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\n \"Lifecycle\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n
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Sustainable Techno-Economics and Environmental Life Cycle Innovation<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Our research takes a closer look at both the environmental and economic impact of implementing new solutions and processes within industry. <\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Paper, Packaging and Tissue<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Our faculty are innovative pioneers in the paper making and recycling research, pushing the boundaries of the paper making process. <\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Wood Products and Sustainable Materials<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Our research in wood and sustainable biobased materials takes production practices to the next level to increase quality and efficiency.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Wood, Pulping and Bleaching Chemistry <\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Our research examines the characterization and manipulation of genetics for improved wood properties, enhanced pulping and bleaching. <\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Recycling Technology <\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Our research looks at taking recycling and sustainability to the next level. We try to turn waste into economically viable solutions to industry challenges.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Bioenergy <\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Our bioenergy research combines science, technology and systems analysis to create more sustainable solutions to global challenges.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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\n July 02, 2025<\/span>\n <\/p>\n \n

Forest Biomaterials Researchers Developing Sustainable Alternative to Plastic Foam Packaging<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The fiber-based material, which is fully recyclable and biodegradable, could someday replace plastic foam materials used in cushioning and insulation for packaging.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n <\/div>\n\n <\/a>\n\n \n \n

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Forest Biomaterials Professor Nathalie Lavoine Wins NSF CAREER Award<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Lavoine will use the five-year, nearly $750,000 grant to advance her research on cellulose nanocrystals for the creation of sustainable colors and materials for various products.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n <\/div>\n\n <\/a>\n\n \n \n

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\n October 02, 2024<\/span>\n <\/p>\n \n

Port Strike Could Reignite Toilet Paper Shortage \u2014 But Don\u2019t Panic, Expert Says<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Whether the strike results in a toilet paper shortage depends on how long it lasts, according to one NC State professor.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n\t \t \n <\/div>\n\n <\/a>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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