Polymer Technology Conference 40th Anniversary Celebration of the ACS Polymer Division June 3-5, 1991 · Wyndham Franklin Plaza Hotel
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Philadelphia, PA
J.C. Salamone, Chairman N.G. Gaylord, B.C. Anderson, f.E. McGrath, Co-Chairmen
Call for Papers Technical Program: The Polymer Division of the American Chemical Society will celebrate its 40th Anniversary in 1991 by hosting a major technological meeting in several critical areas of industrial interest. For information pertaining to technical contributions (either papers or posters) to specific sessions, please contact the designated chairman. The deadline for preprints is February 15,1991.
Topics and Session Chairmen 1. Barrier Polymers and Constructions Dr. L. M. Landoll Hercules Research Center Hercules, Inc. Wilmington, DE 19894 (302-995-3371) 2. Enhancement of Polymer Properties Through Mechanical or Chemical Means a. Dr. Vlodek Gabara E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Co., P.O. Box 27001 Richmond, VA 23261 (804-383-2784) b. Dr. Thomas Dolce Hoechst Celanese Corporation Advanced Materials Group 86 Morris Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 (201-522-7704) 3. High Performance Materials a. Dr. Paul M. Hergenrother NASA Langley Research Center Mail Stop 226 Hampton, VA 23665-5225 (804-864-4270) b. Dr. Norman J. Johnston NASA Langley Research Center
Mail Stop 226 Hampton, VA 23665-5225 (804-865-4198) 4. Applications of Polymers for Biological Systems a. Professor Robert Langer Dept. of Chemical Engineering Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA 02139 (617-253-3107) b. Dr. Shalaby W. Shalaby Clemson University Dept. of Bioengineering 301 Rhodes Research Center Clemson, SC 29634-0905 (803-656-3051) 5. Polymers for Designed Applications Professor James E. McGrath Department of Chemistry Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA 24061 (703-231-5976) 6. Polymers for Hostile Environments Dr. Anestis L. Logothetis Poly. Prod. Dept., Exp. Station
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc. P. O. Box 80293 Wilmington, DE 19880-0293 (302-695-1592) 7. Recyclable Polymers a. Dr. Gerald D. Andrews Poly. Prod. Dept., Exp. Station E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc. P. O. Box 80323 Wilmington, DE 19880-0323 (302-695-3211) b. Dr. P. M. Subramanian Poly. Prod. Dept., Exp. Station E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc. P. O. Box 80353 Wilmington, DE 19880-0353 (302-695-4238) 8. Solvent Free Chemistry and Technology Dr. Ben Bartman, Manager Research Department Rohm and Haas Company 727 Norristown Road Spring House, PA 19477 (215-283-2618)
For Contributions Contact Session Chairmen
Short Courses: "Simulating Polymer Bulk Properties" - Dr. John Puglia and Dr. Rudy Potenzone, Jr., Polygen Corp., 200 Fifth Avenue, Waltham, MA 02254, (617) 890-2175 x271. Construct models of bulk polymer systems (crystalline/amorphous); and study relative changes after exposure to mechanical deformation (stressstrain), temperature deformation, and solvent effects. The deposition of metals onto polymeric materials using a unified atom technique will be displayed and relative adhesion will be calculated. "Polymers for Applications in Nonlinear Optics" - Dr. Gregory Baker, Bellcore, 331 Newman Springs Road, Red Bank, NJ 07701, (201) 758-2932. Fundamentals of nonlinear optical (NLO) phenomena; the design and synthesis of polymers for applications in second and third-order NLO; characterization and evaluation of NLO materials; potential applications for NLO polymeric materials. "Polymer Chemistry for Teachers"- Dr. John P. Droske, Dept. of Chemistry, University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, Stevens Point, WI 54481-3897, (715) 346-3703. Introduction to Polymer Chemistry, specially designed for teachers of high school and introductory college chemistry. Fundamental principles and recent developments. Lab experiments and lectures. Workshop booklet and resource materials included.
Spouse's Program: Historical and shopping excursions will be available for spouses and accompanying guests of conference participants.
Exhibits: The extensive Exhibit Area will be located adjacent to the technical session rooms in the Wyndham Franklin Plaza Hotel. Inquiries for exhibit space should be directed to the Exhibits Chairman, J. M. Stouffer, (302) 695-4342, Fax (302) 695-1664.
Registration: The registration fee will include a mixer on Monday evening, 5:30-7:00 p.m., followed by a ticketed banquet. Short course fees do not include conference registration. Please send completed registration form and remittance, made payable to ACS Division of Polymer Chemistry, Inc., to: Diane M. Morrill, Division of Polymer Chemistry, 1103 Chemistry Research Building, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA 24061-0212. The Wyndham Franklin Plaza Hotel is located in downtown Philadelphia. Room costs are $95 single, $115 double, plus tax. Room reservations should be made directly with the hotel, (215) 448-2000. Registration Fee: Polymer Division Member Non-member (includes membership) Students/unemployed Daily Fee Short Course - Simulation and NLO Short Course - Teachers
Before May 1, 1991 $150.00 $200.00 $30.00 -$300.00 ea. $25.00
After May 1, 1991 $175.00 $225.00 $30.00 $100.00 $300.00 ea. $25.00
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