Wilson College Communications, Author at Wilson College of Textiles

A group of three people sit around a conference table discussing a sustainable packaging project for Gerber Childrenswear, while Ellie Jin stands just beside the table. There are baby clothes and packaging samples on the table, with a presentation screen in the background.

Dec 5, 2024

Professor Ellie Jin Receives Highest Award from International Organization

The Fellow is awarded to a member who has significantly contributed to the field of textiles and clothing.

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Nov 21, 2024

Wilson College of Textiles Featured on PBS NOVA’s Building Stuff Series

NC State researchers' efforts to improve firefighter turnout suits have gained national media attention.

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Nov 15, 2024

NC State Shapes What’s Next in Interiors at High Point Market

Textile design students and alumni at the Wilson College of Textiles bring a unique perspective to the event, which draws industry leaders from around the world.

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Nov 7, 2024

Taking a Systems Approach to Sustainability Research at NC State

Professor Karen Leonas prides herself in actionable research that is ready for real-world applications.

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Nov 6, 2024

Faculty Research Awarded $1.8 Million Grant from the National Institute of General Medical Science

Assistant Professor Yang Zhang will use the prestigious NIH MIRA grant to fund research integratingdye chemistry, fiber science and biomedical research.

Melissa Armistead adjusts a mask on a mannequin head. Several colorful mannequin heads are lined up on a workbench, each with an open mouth, which is part of a research or testing setup. A door and equipment are visible in the background.

Nov 6, 2024

Wilson College Doctoral Student Recognized With $10,000 Scholarship for Cutting-Edge Research

The American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) recently celebrated the research of Melissa Armistead, a fiber and polymer science Ph.D. student, for work that could prove pivotal for firefighters on the front lines.

Ahmed El-Shafei stands to left of a machine in the Pilot Plant.

Oct 29, 2024

Wilson College of Textiles Professor is NC State’s Innovator of the Year

Professor Ahmed El-Shafei’s patented dyeing technology takes a meaningful step towards a greener textile industry.

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Oct 23, 2024

Meet One of the Newest Members of Our Wilson College Family: Jonathan Hernández

Meet one of our newest Wilson College of Textiles staff members, Assistant Director of Philanthropy Jonathan Hernández

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Oct 23, 2024

Meet One of the Newest Members of Our Wilson College Family: Zoe Newman

Meet one of our newest Wilson College of Textiles staff members, Knitting Lab Manager Zoe Newman

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Oct 11, 2024

Meet One of the Newest Members of Our Wilson College Family: Kendall Boone

Meet one of our newest Wilson College of Textiles staff members, Sponsored Projects Specialist Kendall Boone.