Annual Award to recognize excellence in polymer research.
Press Release Summary:
Beginning in 2010, TRFA will present one Excellence in Polymer Research Award to one student researcher to encourage and recognize advances in science and engineering of thermoset polymer industry as well as endow him/her with industry visibility. All entries will be in form of research papers submitted in traditional scientific journal format. Research topics should be related to Thermoset Polymer Science and Technology. Award-winning papers will be posted on TRFA's website.
Original Press Release:
TRFA Announces Excellence in Polymer Research Award
Glen Ellyn, IL-The Thermoset Resin Formulators Association (TRFA) has announced that beginning in 2010 it will present an Excellence in Polymer Research Award to a student researcher to encourage and recognize advances in the science & engineering of thermoset polymer industry. In addition, TRFA believes the award can provide the recipient with visibility and exposure in the industry.
The annual Excellence in Polymer Research Award consists of: a $500 cash award and an award plaque; an invitation to present the paper at the TRFA annual meeting with complimentary registration; a one-night accommodation for the winning student at the TRFA meeting's hotel/venue (valued @ ~$200) and an additional travel allowance of up to $500; and posting of the winning paper on TRFA's website.
All entries will be in the form of research papers, in the traditional scientific journal format. Research topics should be related to Thermoset Polymer Science & Technology. Eligible students must be BS, MS, & PhD candidates at an accredited college/university (in USA + Canada). All research papers are due May 31st of each year.
In addition to the research award, TRFA will continue to invite student posters showcasing research work in the field of polymers, composites or related thermoset technologies. The poster competition takes place at the TRFA Annual Meeting during the Table Top Showcase and Reception. Registration to the Table Top Showcase is complimentary for all students participating in the poster competition.
Participating students have the opportunity to network with representatives of some of the most important suppliers to the thermoset/polymer industry. Looking ahead, the 2010 Competition will be Monday, September 13 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at TRFA's 2010 Annual Meeting, September 12-14 at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio in San Antonio, Texas.
TRFA has already established a Resume Board to post positions and resumes, as well as a professional membership category for Universities. To learn more about these TRFA benefits, please visit the website, www.trfa.org.
TRFA is comprised of thermoset formulators and fabricators, raw material suppliers, distributors, equipment manufacturers, manufacturer sales representatives of materials or equipment, importers of raw materials or processing or other equipment, consulting firms and academic institutions serving industries which include adhesives, coatings, civil engineering applications, electrical laminates, composites, tooling, castings and moldings. To learn more about TRFA please visit the website at www.trfa.org or contact the association at (630) 942-6596.
