News and Notes

Sep 8, 2023

Anicah Smith O’Brien, Effect of Surface Coatings on Biodegradability and Functional Properties of Biopolymers

My research focuses on studying the impact of surface coatings and blending on the biodegradability of polymer substrates. Surface coatings are commonly applied to nonwoven products to modify their physical properties, such as hydrophilicity, which is particularly important for personal hygiene products. 

Sep 8, 2023

Lucille Verster, Degradation Modalities of Synthetics and Bio-Based Fiber Nonwoven

My NWI research project aims to provide standardized methods and breakdown criteria to quantify, visualize and characterize the degradation and photostability of polymer fibers and nonwoven involving fiber fragmentation 

Aug 28, 2023

NWI Congratulates Dr. Tara Coia, Ms. Morgan Gilbert and Dr. Zvikomborero Machikiti on Completing Their Graduate Studies

NWI is proud to recognize Tara Coia, Ph.D., Morgan Gilbert, M.S. and Zvikomborero (Zviko) Machikiti, Ph.D. for completing their NWI-supported fundamental research projects and graduate degree programs this summer. 

Aug 24, 2023

NWI to Present Filter Media Course at FiltXPO™ – What Can Attendees Expect?

This two-day training will provide a strong technical overview of nonwovens and their applications in air, aerosol and liquid filtration, technology options, unmet needs, and trends for future development. 

Aug 17, 2023

Christine Lee, PLA Nonwovens

My research project at NWI is focused on investigating the use of polylactic acid (PLA) in nonwovens, namely to investigate the structure-property-process relationships of spunbond and meltblown nonwovens. 

Aug 16, 2023

Jingwei Wu, Adaptable Intelligent Filter

My NWI research project aims to make thermo- and pH-responsive filters using Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) (PNIPAM) materials. 

Aug 15, 2023

NWI Participates In Annual GMP Training; Pursues New Quality Certification

The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is building upon its strong foundation of quality-based manufacturing practices by pursuing the BRCGS Certification ... 

Aug 15, 2023

Nishant Bhatta, Flow-less Coalescence Filtration Experiment

In my research project, we proposed a simplification strategy by replacing the pressure-driven flow field with a centrifugal force field to isolate the role of the fiber’s microstructure in promoting or preventing fluid flow. 

Aug 8, 2023

Büşra Özdemir, Charging Behavior of Nonwovens

One of the key objectives of my research is to identify optimized parameters for filter production. Understanding the factors that affect filter performance will provide valuable insights into enhancing their stability and efficiency. 

Aug 4, 2023

Expert Instructors Share Key Lessons to Be Learned at the Upcoming Fiber and Filament Extrusion Short Course

Dr. Carl Wust and Dr. Behnam Pourdeyhimi preview the upcoming Fiber and Filament Extrusion Fundamentals Short Course.