The Center of Polymers and Advanced Composites (CPAC) had a successful year in 2023, marking the end of Dr. Auad’s leadership and the beginning of a new era under the direction of Dr. Bryan Beckingham, Mary and John H. Sanders Endowed Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Auburn University. Dr. Beckingham highlights the center’s achievements, including the successful completion of undergraduate research fellowships, the launch of a new student-led project, AU CPAC ReMake, which collects and reprocesses 3D printer waste, and the organization of the 6th annual Graduate Summer Seminar Series. The center’s characterization facility was converted into an official Auburn service center, and a new pycnometer, Instron fixtures, and a new detector were purchased. Additionally, CPAC is involved in approximately $5.5 million in projects with federal agencies, showcasing its growth and momentum. Dr. Beckingham invites readers to reach out with ideas or interest in supporting the center’s future endeavors, welcoming collaboration and further growth.
Head of the Center for Polymer and Advanced Composites
