News
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Life Cycle Assessment of Compostable and Conventional Coated Paper Plate Production and Disposal in the United States
Published on February 16, 2026
LCA of coated paper plates finds that ionized PBAT (P35/P36) can cut climate impacts vs LDPE/acrylic when coating is reduced, and plates are composted or recycled at 93.6%, improving landfill diversion despite higher coating-production impacts. -
Chuck and Jackie Frasier honored with 2026 CANR Dean's Pinnacle of Excellence Award
Published on February 11, 2026
The couple will receive the 2026 CANR Dean's Pinnacle of Excellence Award during the ANR Awards on Friday, February 27. -
Plastipak Processing Lab unveiled at the MSU School of Packaging
Published on January 26, 2026
Leaders from the MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the School of Packaging and Plastipak, Inc. gathered on Friday, January 23 to unveil the Plastipak Processing Lab. -
Support the Snacks for Success initiative!
Published on November 10, 2025
Help support School of Packaging students during Snacks for Success -
MSU School of Packaging team awarded NSF GOALI grant to advance reusable packaging in appliance logistics
Published on September 24, 2025
Michigan State University’s School of Packaging has received a $500,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) GOALI award for “Synergizing Advanced Optimization Models, Innovative Designs, and Life Cycle Assessment for Next-Generation Sustainable Packaging.” -
Lead the Future of Packaging - Director Position Now Open
Published on September 23, 2025
To continue leading the packaging industry and academic fields, the MSU School of Packaging invites applications and nominations for the position of Director.
In the News
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MSU packaging assistant professor Yoorae Noh explains the human health implications of micro- and nanoplastics
Published on January 26, 2026 by MSU Water Alliance
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Closing the loop: Finding alternative packaging solutions for fresh produce
Published on December 4, 2025 by Produce Grower
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Almenar selected as Institute of Food Technologists Fellow
Published on September 3, 2025
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MSU Researchers Develop Recyclable Solution for Multilayer Plastics
Published on August 1, 2025
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New research finds that certain packaging materials can show 70% lower emissions than alternatives
Published on February 12, 2025 by MSU Today
Events
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Feb 23
Michigan Cottage Food Law - Feb. 23rd, 2 p.m
February 23, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Feb 26
Packaging and Projection of Spaceflight Hardware
February 26, 2026 3:00PM – 4:00PM School of Packaging Room 120
Kristine Haugaard, Engineer at Blue Origin
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