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The effect of alcoholic solutions on the thermomechanical properties of immersed poly(lactic acid) films

Published on December 1, 2022
The effects of aqueous and deuterium oxide (D2O) solutions of alcohols (methanol, ethanol, 1-propanol, 2-propanol, and 1-butanol) on the thermomechanical properties of poly(lactic acid)—PLA—films were assessed by dynamic mechanical analysis.
Specright partners with Michigan State University School of Packaging to enhance student preparation for careers in the packaging industry

Published on October 21, 2022
A gift from Specright will refresh the Packaging computer lab and provide access to its Specification Data Management platform.
Biodegradation of Biodegradable Polymers in Mesophilic Aerobic Environments

Published on October 12, 2022
Biodegradable polymers derived from bio- and fossil-based sources have emerged as one feasible alternative to overcome inconveniences associated with the use and disposal of non-biodegradable polymers.
MSU School of Packaging researchers are exploring high-barrier biodegradable paper as an alternative to plastics

Published on October 4, 2022
The MSU School of Packaging was awarded a two-year, $450,000 National Science Foundation grant to design a high-barrier biodegradable paper (HB2P) as an alternative to plastics.
Packaging master’s grad drafted to the NFL

Published on October 4, 2022
Spartan football and MSU School of Packaging alum, A.J. Arcuri, was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams.
MSU School of Packaging receives cutting-edge equipment donated by IMV America

Published on September 30, 2022
IMV America, Inc., has donated a custom-built, unique multi-axis vibration system to the MSU School of Packaging for students and researchers to test and study the effects of vibration during product shipping.
Packaging building construction update fall 2022

Published on September 30, 2022
School of Packaging (SoP) renovated classrooms on schedule to open January 2023.
Life Cycle of Sustainable Packaging: from Design to End of Life

Published on September 28, 2022
Our book “Life Cycle of Sustainable Packaging: from Design to End of Life” has been published.
MSU Packaging student chose packaging for its unique combination of art and science

Published on September 1, 2022
Packaging senior Lily Kirkman decided to pursue a bachelor’s degree in packaging for its design-based learning and science.
CANR provides rankings on department, unit initiatives around DEI

Published on April 26, 2022
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion announced the 2022 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Badge Awards recipients at the CANR Faculty and Staff Reception on Apr. 21.