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Published on July 16, 2026

NSF Support Bolsters Textile Innovation, NC State Research

NSF has renewed its commitment to innovation in the textiles sector, providing $16 million in funding for a research initiative that supports more than a dozen projects led by NC State University researchers.

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Published on July 10, 2026

Small Town to City Living: Transfer Pathway Success for Fashion Undergraduate

Bella Mabe transferred from her community college in Gaston County to NC State, finding success socially, academically and professionally in her textiles career.

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Published on July 17, 2026

Karen Leonas Named Cornelson Family Distinguished Professor

Read about textiles industry leader Karen Leonas and her continuing work at the Wilson College in the Department of Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management.

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Published on July 16, 2026

Ahmed El-Shafei Named INVISTA Distinguished Professor of Fiber and Polymer Chemistry

Read about the research achievements of Professor El-Shafei and his contributions to the field of fiber and polymer chemistry in the Wilson College’s Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science.

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Published on July 15, 2026

Emiel DenHartog Named Abel C. Lineberger Distinguished Professor

Read about the accomplishments and ongoing work being done by textile technology researcher Emiel DenHartog.

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Take a virtual field trip with us to Techtextil – a leading international trade fair where global manufacturers and industry experts gather to showcase innovations in technical textiles, functional apparel fabrics and nonwovens!

Check out our super cool booth!

Need any textiles related service? We have a lab business card for that.

So many different companies making innovations in the textile industry!

Who would we be without our Pack? Thanks for manning the booth!

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Love fashion and business and design? Then keep watching!

Come along as Sam Koziarz (FTM-FDPM ‘26) walks us through what you’ll learn in your four years as a fashion and textile management major with a concentration in fashion development and product management.

From sewing studios to lectures to runway shows, this program teaches you how to turn your dreams and designs into reality!

Head to the link in our bio to learn more about the FTM-FDPM degree program!

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You’re not the only one getting ready for back-to-school. Exciting changes are in store on Wilson’s first floor!

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NSF Support Bolsters Textile Innovation, NC State Research

Small Town to City Living: Transfer Pathway Success for Fashion Undergraduate

Karen Leonas Named Cornelson Family Distinguished Professor

Ahmed El-Shafei Named INVISTA Distinguished Professor of Fiber and Polymer Chemistry

Emiel DenHartog Named Abel C. Lineberger Distinguished Professor

Research and Innovation

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Karen Leonas Named Cornelson Family Distinguished Professor

Ahmed El-Shafei Named INVISTA Distinguished Professor of Fiber and Polymer Chemistry

Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Student Thrives in the Spinning Lab

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NSF Support Bolsters Textile Innovation, NC State Research

Small Town to City Living: Transfer Pathway Success for Fashion Undergraduate

Karen Leonas Named Cornelson Family Distinguished Professor

Ahmed El-Shafei Named INVISTA Distinguished Professor of Fiber and Polymer Chemistry

Emiel DenHartog Named Abel C. Lineberger Distinguished Professor

Research and Innovation

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Karen Leonas Named Cornelson Family Distinguished Professor

Ahmed El-Shafei Named INVISTA Distinguished Professor of Fiber and Polymer Chemistry

Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Student Thrives in the Spinning Lab

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