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Prashant Desai, Ph.D., The Nonwovens Institute

Jul 10, 2023

Dr. Prashant Desai Reappointed to NWI Strategic Scientific Advisory Board

The Nonwovens Institute is extremely proud to announce the reappointment of Prashant Desai, Ph.D., to the Institute’s Strategic Scientific Advisory Board (SSAB) in recognition of his unique contributions in building… 
Students presenting at The Nonwovens Institute's May 2023 IAB meeting.

Jun 27, 2023

NWI announces student awards at Spring 2023 Industrial Advisory Board meeting

Bringing together the best of both industry and academia is a hallmark of The Nonwovens Institute (NWI). Located in the heart of the vibrant Centennial Campus of North Carolina State… 
NWI recognizes Pierre Grondin

Jun 6, 2023

NWI recognizes Pierre Grondin for his dedication to the nonwovens industry

After nearly 30 years of service to the nonwovens industry, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) would like to congratulate Pierre Grondin on his career. “It has been a true pleasure working… 
Spoolex Calemard Orion N-1800 Slitter/Rewinder at The Nonwovens Institute

May 31, 2023

NWI adds state-of-the-art Orion slitter/rewinder system

The Nonwovens Institute is pleased to announce our state-of-the-art Orion slitter/rewinder system is now available for developmental and commercial use. “We have completed installation and commissioning and are now ready… 
The Nonwovens Institute's Spring 2023 IAB

May 24, 2023

NWI’s Spring 2023 Industrial Advisory Board meeting recap

The Nonwovens Institute’s Spring 2023 Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) meeting has adjourned, following a week of activity with NWI member companies joining students and faculty to consider research and engage… 
Dr. Behnam Pourdeyhimi Headshot

May 2, 2023

Dr. Pourdeyhimi previews NWI’s upcoming Nonwoven Product Development & Innovation Short Course

The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is offering its popular Nonwoven Product Development & Innovation Short Course June 20-23 at the Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University in Raleigh. This course, presented in… 
NWI nonwovens training programs Feb.-Mar. 2023

Apr 17, 2023

NWI & INDA provide training to industry

During February and March, nearly 40 professionals from across the nonwovens industry attended training courses co-sponsored by the Nonwovens Institute (NWI) at North Carolina State University in Raleigh and INDA… 
NWI's pilot labs on Centennial Campus at North Carolina State University

Apr 10, 2023

See NWI capabilities on display at INDEX™23

If you are attending the INDEX™23 exhibition next week in Geneva, members of The Nonwovens Institute will be showcasing technology that anchors our world-class pilot labs and supports our decades… 
Matt Migliore, Director of Marketing, The Nonwovens Institute

Mar 6, 2023

Matt Migliore joined NWI as Marketing Director

On February 27, 2023, Matt Migliore joined the Nonwovens Institute (NWI) at North Carolina State University as Marketing Director. In this new role, Matt will be the primary communication and… 

Feb 15, 2023

Rajen Patel Ph.D. appointed to SSAB

On February 1, 2023, Rajen M. Patel Ph.D. was appointed to the Strategic Scientific Advisory Board (SSAB) of the Nonwovens Institute (NWI) at North Carolina State University.   Dr. Patel…