As the fall semester of 2024 approaches, Dr. Roger Tipton will be teaching Measurements and Instruments again this semester. About Professor Tipton With a career that spans over two decades in industry and academia, Dr. Tipton brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to the Mechanical Engineering department at UNCC. His […]
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We’re proud to share that our research paper, “Consumer Food Waste Upcycled into Lignocellulosic Materials that are Utilized in Polyethylene Biocomposites,” (DOI: 10.1557/s43580-024-00897-y) has been published in MRS Advances Journal. This marks a significant milestone for the Performance Materials Lab and our commitment to sustainability. Our team, including Troy Powell, […]
We are excited to announce that the Tipton Research Group has been awarded a grant from the Oak Ridge National Lab and Newell Brands. This generous funding will support our ongoing research into biocomposite materials. About the Grant This grant represents a significant investment in the future of sustainable materials. […]
Charlotte, North Carolina, May 13, 2024 — The University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) recently held its Spring 2024 Commencement, a momentous occasion celebrating the academic achievements of thousands of students. With a record-breaking 5,100-plus graduates, this year’s ceremonies were filled with pride, joy, and a sense of accomplishment. A Diverse […]
I just returned from a wonderful visit at Eastman Chemical Company. Eastman are a global specialty materials leader, continues to drive innovation in sustainable materials. Their latest achievement is the Tritan Renew coPET polymer, which combines cutting-edge technology with environmental stewardship. The Journey to Tritan Renew Polyester Renewal Technology (PRT) […]
NPE2024 Date: May 6, 2024 Location: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida Overview NPE2024: The Plastics Show, organized by the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), kicked off on May 6, 2024, at the Orange County Convention Center. With over 2,000 exhibiting companies and more than 55,000 expected attendees, this triennial event is the most […]
At the heart of every great engineering program lies the spirit of innovation and the pursuit of knowledge. This spirit is vividly exemplified in the Senior Design Program at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte). As a mentor for one of these senior design teams, I had […]
Dr. Roger Tipton is excited to announce that he will be a member of the ASTM subcommittee F15.81 on Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances. The Mission of ASTM Subcommittee F15.81 The ASTM Subcommittee F15.81 operates under the jurisdiction of ASTM’s consumer products committee (F15). Our mission is to develop standards that provide guidance […]
Fostering Innovation and Cross-Disciplinary Synergy Recently, Dr. Roger Tipton visited and meet with two distinguished faculty members, Chair Michael Gross to discuss opportunities for collaboration between research groups. Wake Forest University, nestled in the picturesque town of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, has long been a hub for academic excellence and groundbreaking […]
On February 1, 2024, Professor Roger Tipton visited Dr. Caitlyn Clarkson at Oak Ridge National Lab’s Manufacturing Demonstration Facility to discuss sustainable biocomposite materials. Dr. Clarkson is an associate staff scientist in the Sustainable Manufacturing Technologies Group at ORNL’s Manufacturing Demonstration Facility. The Sustainable Manufacturing Technologies Group focuses on the development of […]