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, […]
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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 […]
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 […]
In the world of engineering and innovation, collaborations often lead to groundbreaking advancements. Such was the case when Dr. Roger Tipton, a renowned figure in the field of mechanical engineering and engineering science from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte1, visited Dr. Ravinder Dahiya, a distinguished professor in the Electrical and […]
As the spring semester of 2024 approaches, students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) are gearing up for an exciting opportunity. They will delve into the intricate world of measurements and instrumentation under the expert guidance of Dr. Roger Tipton. About Professor Tipton With a career that spans […]
I was very excited to see an old lab mate from the University of South Florida, Dr. Zianhui “Andy” Zhao’s presentation at the Materials Research Society Fall 2023 event.
Professor Roger Tipton is excited to be presenting at the Materials Research Society fall meeting on Wednesday November 29 at 9:30 in Hynes, Level 1, Room 109. The Materials Research Society (MRS) is an international organization that promotes interdisciplinary research in materials science. The MRS Fall Meeting is one of […]