Yoorae Noh

Yoorae Noh, Ph.D., serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Packaging at Michigan State University (MSU), a position she assumed in August 2023. Her research expertise centers on sustainable flexible packaging manufacture, recovery, and environmental surveillance of plastic waste, addressing global demands while minimizing ecological impact.

Education

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Purdue University, 2022
• M.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Yonsei University, South Korea, 2017
• B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Yonsei University, South Korea, 2016

Research Innovation

Dr. Noh pioneers solutions in three critical domains: (1) decomposing multi-layered polymer materials using green solvents like supercritical fluids for efficient reclamation; (2) characterizing airborne/waterborne microplastics and nanoplastics throughout manufacturing streams; and (3) developing selective detection processes for air-phased analytes. Her work bridges industrial plastic demand with environmental stewardship through circular economy principles.

Academic Leadership

She directs the Noh Research Lab, fostering collaborations across MSU and national institutions to advance sustainable packaging technologies. Her teaching portfolio includes PKG 323 Plastics Packaging (Spring and Fall 2024) and PKG 815 Packaging Permeability (Spring 2024), preparing students for industry challenges in material science and environmental responsibility.