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Oct 11, 2022

Interdisciplinary research project will develop bio-based solutions for major global challenges

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A new research collaboration between the Wilson College of Textiles and the Technical University of Denmark will create new biology-based methods for CO2 management and sustainable fertilizer production. 

Oct 10, 2022

AATCC Presents Awards for Textile Research, Education, Invention, and More

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The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists presented awards at the recent Textile Discovery Summit. Among the recipients, who were recognized for achievement and service across all aspects of the textile community, were several Wilson College alumni. 

Oct 1, 2022

The science behind military uniforms

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Zeis Textiles Extension Director Andre West and Associate Director Melissa Sharp discuss the ways ZTE is helping North Carolina-based textile companies innovate military uniforms. 

Sep 29, 2022

New Method Can Remove Dyes From Wastewater

Textile World
Researchers from the Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science have created a new method of removing dye from textile wastewater using a synthetic polymer. The polymer can then be recovered from the water and reused. 

Sep 14, 2022

Ripples, Sea and Surface: works by Anna Stuffelbeam

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Inspired by the intersection of chaos and calm, Digital Weaving Norway showcases the beautiful hand-dyed woven cotton works of textiles student Anna Stuffelbeam. 

Aug 30, 2022

Key players get ‘smart’ on textiles at DANC, IES event

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Zeis Textile Extension Director Andre West and Associate Professor Jess Jur presented at the Buikding a More Collaborative Advanced Textiles Ecosystem Forum, which brought together textile industry innovators interested in smart textiles research, development and production, 

Aug 23, 2022

Firman crucial acuerdo educativo textil entre Carolina del Norte y Honduras

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NC State, Gaston College and Catawba Valley Community College signed an agreement with Central American Technological University, located in Honduras, which will launch workforce development programs to educate thousands of students, ranging from training and certificate programs to undergraduate and graduate degrees, in textile-related areas of study. 

Aug 23, 2022

New US-Honduras partnership to bolster nearsourcing vision

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NC State, Gaston College and Catawba Valley Community College signed a new agreement with Central American Technological University, a deal which will launch a series of workforce development programs, ranging from training and certificate programs to undergraduate and graduate degrees, in textile-related areas of study. 

Aug 22, 2022

North Carolina, Honduras colleges partner on textile workforce development program

Charlotte Business Journal
Gaston College, Catawba Valley Community College and the Wilson College of Textiles signed an agreement on Monday with the Central American Technological University based in Honduras for a textile workforce development program which aims to educate thousands of students and create new jobs in Honduras. 

Aug 22, 2022

U.S. Educational Institutions Partner With Honduran University To Educate And Train Thousands Of Students For Textile Jobs As Nearshoring And Onshoring Drives Historic Investments And Job Growth

Textile World
NC State, Gaston College and Catawba Valley Community College are joining forces with Central American Technological University in Honduras to educate and train the next generation of textile pioneers and create new jobs in Honduras.