Martin A. Hubbe

Dr. Martin A. Hubbe is a Professor and the Buckman Distinguished Scientist in the Department of Forest Biomaterials at North Carolina State University. With expertise in chemical additives for paper machinery and colloidal chemistry, his work bridges industrial applications with sustainability principles.

Education

• M.S. in Paper Chemistry from the Institute of Paper Chemistry
• Ph.D. in Colloidal Chemistry from Clarkson University

Dr. Hubbe's research focuses on mechanistic aspects of paper production, including dewatering processes, charged characteristics of cellulosic materials, and the development of dry strength additives. His recent work emphasizes biomass valorization and green chemistry for sustainable packaging solutions, lignin self-assembly mechanisms, and environmental remediation technologies.

Scientific Contributions

• TAPPI Division Award for service
• Founding co-editor of the peer-reviewed journal BioResources

Dr. Hubbe has secured over $400,000 in grants from agencies like USDA, NSF, and United Soybean Board, including the Multiverse of Biomass grant focusing on entrepreneurship in bio-based materials. His research spans topics such as soy protein-based additives for papermaking, electrokinetic behavior of polyelectrolytes, and ethical dimensions of sustainability.