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Aug 2, 2022

Program Supports Development Of Smart Textiles And Wearable Technology In North Carolina To Improve Survivability, Health And Performance Of The Military

Textile World
Thanks to a grant from the Department of Defense, the Wilson College of Textiles is participating in a program which supports the development of smart textiles for military use. 

Aug 1, 2022

Wilson College, Baldwin Technology Partner to Improve Textile Finishing

Specialty Fabrics Review
Baldwin Technology and the Zeis Textile Extension have entered a new partnership which is enhancing sustainability in the textile industry by reducing water, energy, chemicals and processing time in textile finishing. 

Jul 25, 2022

Sheets Buying Guide

Consumer Reports
Department of Textile and Apparel Technology and Management Associate Professor Kavita Mathur helps Consumer Reports discuss the truth behind "Eco-friendly sheets". 

Jul 13, 2022

NC State researchers develop potentially lifesaving fire shelters

CBS 17
Four newly-designed fire shelters developed at NC State are outperforming current shelters, providing the potential for life saving extra time to firefighters battling wildfires. 

Jul 7, 2022

AATCC Announces Scholarship Winners

AATCC
Meet the four Wilson College students who were awarded a scholarship from AATCC Foundation. 

Jul 4, 2022

Lara Rabinowitz – Exploring Object Agency

Digital Weaving Norway
Wilson College of Textiles alumna Lara Rabinowitz created eight hand weavings as a part of her senior collection which explored the idea that objects have the power to act upon and to affect others. 

Jun 27, 2022

11 Students Pilot Launch of Sustainability Internship Program

NC State Sustainability
A student from the Wilson College of Textiles participated in a pilot internship program which aims to bring together University staff and students to tackle sustainability challenges on campus. 

Jun 22, 2022

The 6 best bed sheets, from lightweight linen to cozy flannel

Insider
Professor Karen Leonas lends her expertise to Insider as they detail the six best bed sheets of 2022. 

Jun 21, 2022

A textile filter paves the way for eco-friendly carbon capture technology

Interesting Engineering
A new filter made out of protein-filled cotton is one step closer to preventing new carbon dioxide emissions thanks to Associate Professor Sonja Salmon and postdoctoral research scholar Jialong Shen. 

Jun 17, 2022

Wilson College Associate Dean for Academic Programs, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Named to 2022 Oklahoma Hall of Fame Class

Professor Pamela McCauley has been honored for her illustrious career in human engineering, including leading research to introduce innovation into the HIV and AIDS Healthcare Service delivery process in developing nations.