Sonja Salmon

Research Leader · North Carolina State University · company speakers →

Dr. Sonja Salmon leads the Textile Biocatalysis Research team in the Wilson College of Textiles . After completing a B.S. degree in Textile Chemistry and Ph.D. in Fiber and Polymer Science from North Carolina State University , she worked for 20+ years at Novozymes North America, Inc., in research and development roles from Scientist to Senior Innovation Manager, developing new enzyme applications for industrial processes including textiles, household care, pulp and paper, waste treatment, biofuels, specialty applications, and CO 2 capture. Central to her current research and teaching is building insights on the diverse interactions possible between enzymes, polymers and fibers, especially biobased materials, and how these can play important roles in making products and processes more sustainable. She teaches courses in Biobased Textile Materials and Processes, Chemistry of Biopolymers, and Technology of Dyeing and Finishing. Active projects include enzymatic fiber separation, polymer degradation, CO 2 capture, hemp fiber processing, composting test method development, polymers for enzyme immobilization, and leading the Novo Nordisk Foundation funded Biocatalyst Interactions with Gases (BIG) Collaboration that aims to advance enzyme technology for CO 2 capture, CO 2 conversion and N 2 reduction to ammonia, which are critically important in addressing global challenges.

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