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Dr. Charles Edward Freeman

Dr. Charles Edward Freeman

Title

  • Associate Professor

Contact Information

cf617@msstate.edu
Office: 662-325-1293
216 Lloyd-Ricks-Watson Bldg.

Overview

Education

  • Louisiana State University, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Human Ecology
  • Florida State University, Master of Science (M.S.), Apparel Design and Tech
  • Florida State University, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Apparel Design and Tech

Research Interests

Product development
Cotton end-use
Creative thinking processes

Publications

Year Publications
2023

White, S. A., Zhang, X., Campbell, Y., Smith, S. W., Phillips, T. W., Freeman, C. E., Schilling, M. W. 2023. Effectiveness of nets treated with food-grade coatings following various drying methods for controlling mite growth on dry-cured hams. Journal of Stored Products Research 100:102065.

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2023

Freeman, C. E., Orzada, B., Cobb, K., Talukder, A. 2023. Being part of a winning team: a problem-based approach to teach sustainability adoption in collegiate athletic uniforms. International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education 16(1):14-21.

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2023

Davarzani, S., Saucier, D. N., Talegaonkar, P., Parker, E., Turner, A., Middleton, C., Carroll, W., Ball, J. E., Gurbuz, A. C., Chander, H., Burch, R. F., Smith, B. K., Knight, A. C., Freeman, C. E. 2023. Closing the Wearable Gap: Foot-ankle kinematic modeling via deep learning models based on a smart sock wearable. Wearable Technologies 4(e4).

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2023

Shao, W., Campbell, Y., Freeman, C. E., Zhang, X., Hendrix, J. D., To, K., Dinh, T. T., Rogers, W. D., Schilling, M. W. 2023. Using liquid smoke to control infestations of the ham mite, Tyrophagus putrescentiae, on dry-cured hams during aging. Meat Science 200(109139).

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2023

White, S., Smith, S. W., Zhang, X., Campbell, Y., Phillips, T., Freeman, C. E., Schilling, M. W. 2023. Uses and commercialization of food grade coated ham nets to combat Tyrophagus purescentiae. Textile Research Journal 94(5-6).

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2022

McDevitt, S., Hernandez, H., Hicks, J., Lowell, R., Bentahaikt, H., Burch, R. F., Ball, J. E., Chander, H., Freeman, C. E., Taylor, C., Anderson, B. 2022. Wearables for Biomechanical Performance Optimization and Risk Assessment. Bioengineering 9(32).

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2022

Stannard, C., Freeman, C. E., Strawderman, L. J., Moore, M., Newhauser, W., Burch, R. F., Black, C., Saucier, D. N. 2022. Development of the Mask Fit Instrument (MFI) and comparison of commercially available masks on 3D-printed NIOSH headforms. Textile Research Journal 92(19-20):3619-3628.

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2022

Strawderman, L. J., Jose, B., Burch, R. F., Warren, S. T., Taylor, C., Ball, J. E., Freeman, C. E., Chander, H. 2022. The applicability of existing acceptance models for enterprise organizational technology acceptance of wearables. . International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics 92:103381.

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2022

Mamun, A. A., Borman, K. K., Rasu, M. N., Talukder, A., Freeman, C. E., Burch, R. F., Chander, H. 2022. An Assessment of Energy and Groundwater Consumption of Textile Dyeing Mills in Bangladesh and Minimize Environmental Impacts via Long-term KPI Baseline. Textiles 2(4):511-523.

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2022

Derby, H., Conner, N., Talukder, A., Griffith, A., Freeman, C. E., Burch, R. F., Simpson, J., Goble, D., Knight, A. C., Chander, H. 2022. Impact of sub-clinical and clinical compression socks on postural stability tasks among individuals with ankle instability. Healthcare 10(7):1271.

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2022

Talukder, A., Derby, H., Freeman, C. E., Burch, R. F., Knight, A. C., Chander, H. 2022. Sensory and tactile comfort assessment of sub-clinical and clinical compression socks on individuals with ankle instability. Textiles 2(2):307-317.

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2022

Freeman, C. E., Burch, R. F., Strawderman, L. J., Black, C., Saucier, D. N., Rickert, J., Wilson, J., Seitz, H. H., Stull, J. 2022. Do they really work? Quantifying Fabric Mask Effectiveness to Improve Public Health Messaging Corresponding. . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 19(11):6372.

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2022

Fava, S., Nichols, A., Ratledge, M., Black, C., Freeman, C. E., Burch, R. F., Wilson, J., Rickert, J. 2022. Prototype development: The Speakeasy© mask. International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education 15(3):342-350.

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2022

Gaddis, E., Burch, R. F., Strawderman, L. J., Chander, H., Smith, B. K., Freeman, C. E., Taylor, C. 2022. The Impact of using Wearable Devices on the Operator During Material Handling Tasks. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics 89:103294.

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2022

Derby, H., Chander, H., Kodithuwakku Arachchige, S. N., Knight, A. C., Burch, R. F., Freeman, C. E., Wade, C., Garner, J. C. 2022. Occupational Footwear Design Influences Biomechanics and Physiology of Human Postural Control and Fall Risk. Applied Sciences 13(1):116.

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2022

Stannard, C., Freeman, C. E., Strawderman, L. J., Moore, M., Newhauser, W., Burch, R. F., Black, C., Saucier, D. N. 2022. Evaluating the fit-effectiveness of fabric-based reusable face masks on 3D printed NIOSH headforms. Textile Research Journal 92(19-20):3619-3628.

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2021

Freeman, C. E., Burch, R. F., Strawderman, L. J., Black, C., Saucier, D. N., Wilson, J., Rickert, J., Bealor, S., Taylor, ., Ratledge, M., Fava, S., Smith, B. K., Waggoner, C. A., Nichols, A., Skaggs, G., Callans, T. 2021. Preliminary Evaluation of Filtration Efficiency and Differential Pressure ASTM F3502 Testing Methods of Non-medical Masks using a Face Filtration Mount. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18:4124.

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2021

Turner, A. J., Carroll, W., Kodithuwakku Arachchige, Sachini N K, ., Saucier, D. N., Burch, R. F., Ball, J. E., Smith, B. K., Freeman, C. E., Knight, A. C., Chander, H., Others, . 2021. Closing the Wearable Gap—Part VIII: A Validation Study for a Smart Knee Brace to Capture Knee Joint Kinematics. Biomechanics 1(1):152--162.

2021

Freeman, C. E., Burch, R. F., Black, C., Strawderman, L. J., Rickert, J., Wilson, J., Saucier, D. N., Ratledge, M., Fava, S., Smith, B. K., Waggoner, C., Taylor, C., Skaggs, G., Callans, T. 2021. Filtration Efficiency and Differential Pressure of Fabrics used in Non-medical Masks Based on SARS-COVID-19 Particle Size. Textile Research Journal

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2021

Saucier, D. N., Davarzani, ., Burch, R. F., Chander, H., Strawderman, L. J., Freeman, C. E., Ogden, ., Petway, A. 2021. External Load and Muscle Activation Monitoring of NCAA Division I Basketball Team Using Smart Compression Shorts. Sensors 21(16):5348.

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2021

Carroll, W., Lawrence, J. M., Osborne, ., Stallcup, R., Burch, R. F., Freeman, C. E., Chander, H., Strawderman, L. J., Crane, C., Younger, T., Duvall, A., Mock, S., Petway, A., Burgos, B., Piroli, A. 2021. Stroboscopic Visual Training for Coaching Practitioners: A Comprehensive Literature Review. International Journal of Kinesiology and Sports Science 9(4):49-59.

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2021

Carroll, W., Turner, A., Talegaonkar, P., Peranich, P., Parker, E., Middleton, J., Saucier, D. N., Burch, R. F., Ball, J. E., Smith, B. K., Chander, H., Knight, A. C., Freeman, C. E. 2021. Closing the Wearable Gap – Part IX: Validation of an Improved Ankle Motion Capture Wearable. IEEE Access 9:114022-114036.

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2021

Person, A. K., Ball, J. E., Freeman, C., Macias, D. M., Simpson, C. L., Smith, B. K., Burch, R. F. 2021. Fatigue Testing of Wearable Sensing Technologies: Issues and Opportunities. Materials 14(15):4070.

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2021

Shao, W., Campbell, Y., Phillips, T. W., Freeman, C. E., Kundu, S., Crist, C., Williams, J., Schilling, M. W. 2021. The application of chitosan in food-grade coatings to control Tyrophagus putrescentiae on dry-cured hams and the effects on sensory properties. Journal of Stored Products Research 94:101899.

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2021

Black, C., Freeman, C. 2021. Meeting athleisure end-user needs through problem-based learning. . International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology, & Eduction 14(3):358-365.

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2021

Al-Amin, M., Freeman, C. E., Schilling, M. W., Black, C., Campbell, Y., Shao, W., Kundu, S., Varadajan, A. 2021. The Application of Food-Grade Chemical Treatment and Its Effect on the Mechanical Performance Characteristics of Ham Nets. Eng 2(4):468--479.

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2020

Al-Amin, M., Shao, W., Varadarajan, A., Freeman, C. E., Campbell, Y., Schilling, M. W., Kundu, S., Black, C. 2020. Comparison of the mechanical properties between treated and untreated ham nets. Textile Research Journal 90(11-12):1237-1244.

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2019

Wijayapala, R., Mishra, S., Elmore, B., Freeman, C. E., Kundu, S. 2019. Synthesis and characterization of crosslinked polymers from cottonseed oil. Journal of Applied Polymer Science 136(24):47655.

2019

McClusky, D., Freeman, C. E., Black, C. 2019. The Effect of Fashion Industry Media on Consumer Perceptions of Social Responsibility. Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences

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2017

Ha-Brookshire, J., McAndrews, L., Kim, J., Freeman, C. E., Jin, B., Norum, P., LeHew, M. L., Karpova, E., Hassall, L., Marcketti, S. 2017. Moral education for sustainable development: Exploring morally challenging business situations within the global supply chain context. Sustainability (Switzerland) 9(9).

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2017

Freeman, C. E., Marcketti, S., Karpova, E. 2017. Creativity of images: using digital consensual assessment to evaluate mood boards. Fashion and Textiles 4(1).

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2017

Black, C., Freeman, C. E., Rawlings, A. 2017. Problem-based learning: design development of female chef’s jackets. International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education

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2016

Worland, M., Black, C., Freeman, C. E. 2016. Pre-purchase and post-purchase apparel satisfaction of female skiers and snowboarders. International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education

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2016

Freeman, C. E., Holley, J. 2016. Locally grown: Examining attitudes and perceptions about organic cotton production and manufacturing between Mississippi cotton growers and consumers. Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

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2016

Freeman, C. E., Kobia, C. M. 2016. Sewing for a cause: Implementing and evaluating service-learning in a clothing construction course. Journal of Public Scholarship in Higher Eductaion 6(2016):45-60.

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2015

Freeman, C. E., Son, J., McRoberts, L. B. 2015. Comparison of novice and expert evaluations of apparel design illustrations using the consensual assessment technique. International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education 8(2):122-130.

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2015

Black, C., Freeman, C. E., Stumpo, G. 2015. Conceptual model and strategies for creative thinking in apparel design. International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education

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2015

McRoberts, L., Freeman, C. E., Thibodeaux, J. 2015. Creative Apparel Design Process Approach Using Architectural and Artistic Influence. International Journal of Costume and Fashion 15(2):79-91.

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Extension Publications

Year Publications

Graduate Students

    Awards & Honors

    • Best Track Paper in Local & Global Retailing and Entrepreneurship.
      American Collegiate Retailers Association
    • Conference overall best paper award for 2022 by the International Journal of Retail and Distribution Management.
      American Collegiate Retailers Association
    • Excellence in Community Engagement
      Mississippi State University
    • International Textiles and Apparel Association Rising Star Nominee
      International Textiles and Apparel Association

    Society Memberships

    • Council of Administrators Family & Consumer Sciences
    • International Textiles and Apparel Association