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Hydrolytic Degradation of Poly(lactic acid): Unraveling Correlations between Temperature and the Three Phase Structures

Published on September 23, 2023
This work investigates the hydrolysis kinetics of PLA films as affected by the degree of crystallinity and temperatures by considering the three-phase model structures (i.e., mobile amorphous, rigid amorphous, and crystalline).
PPWR2: Optimizing Packaging Systems' Safety for Reuse and Recycling in Compliance with the New Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

Published on September 11, 2023
The new PPWR is a cornerstone of the European Commission's Circular Economy Action Plan. All packaging in the EU will need to adapt to these regulations starting in 2025. Join us for the 2nd Symposium on Packaging Materials Supply Chain Safety.
MSU School of Packaging researchers make a sustainable plastic more compostable

Published on August 4, 2023
Researchers led by Rafael Auras in the Michigan State University School of Packaging have shown how to make a bio-based polymer compostable in both home and industrial settings.
Breaking It Down: How Thermoplastic Starch Enhances Poly(lactic acid) Biodegradation in Compost─A Comparative Analysis of Reactive Blends

Published on June 29, 2023
Blending PLA with thermoplastic starch promotes sustainable biodegradation of PLA under mesophilic and thermophilic conditions without creating microplastics.
Muhammad Rabnawaz to be inducted into National Academy of Inventors

Published on June 22, 2023
For creating technologies that have the potential to change the world and providing opportunities for future inventors, Muhammad Rabnawaz will be inducted into the National Academy of Inventors.
MSU School of Packaging announces partnership with Trayak, Inc.

Published on June 20, 2023
The Michigan State University (MSU) School of Packaging (SoP) announces a new partnership with Trayak, Inc. to supply the EcoImpact-COMPASS software licenses for use by SoP faculty, staff, and students.
CANR provides rankings on department, unit initiatives around DEI

Published on May 3, 2023
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will honor the 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Badge Awards recipients at the CANR Faculty and Staff Reception on May 11.
MSU School of Packaging launches Packaging Distribution Consortium

Published on May 1, 2023
The Michigan State University (MSU) School of Packaging announces the formation of a Packaging Distribution Consortium prompted by its acquisition of two pieces of equipment that represent new package hazard simulation technologies.
MSU celebrates opening of newly renovated School of Packaging building with ribbon-cutting ceremony

Published on April 20, 2023
Michigan State University celebrated the opening of the newly renovated MSU School of Packaging building on April 20, following a fundraising campaign that raised more than $10 million.
Floyd Needham receives 2023 MSU Packaging Alumni Association Hall of Fame Award

Published on April 19, 2023
Floyd Needham, ’91 packaging, will receive the 2023 MSU Packaging Alumni Association Hall of Fame Award at the School of Packaging Celebration on Apr. 20.