Advances in Characterization & Testing of Rubber Compounds at GPS 2026

Akron, OH – The Global Polymer Summit in Louisville, KY, will host symposiums on the Advances in Characterization & Testing of Rubber Compounds on Monday, September 28; 9:45 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. & Tuesday, September 29; 10:45 a.m. – 2:05 p.m.

This symposium brings together leading research on advanced characterization techniques, innovative testing methodologies, and fundamental studies of rubber behavior spanning molecular architecture, filler reinforcement, fracture mechanics, vulcanization, and additive manufacturing. Presentations demonstrate how modern analytical tools and novel experimental approaches are improving material selection, accelerating product development, and enabling more reliable prediction of in-service performance across demanding applications. Ten presenters over two days will showcase how advances in measurement science are driving innovation throughout the rubber industry.

Participants Include:
• Chris Robertson, Polymer Technology Services LLC
• Christoph Pielen, Anton Paar USA, Inc.
• Haley Dobbyn, Ace Laboratories
• Joseph Marcinko, Polymer Synergies
• Jun Sawada, Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd
• Nate Tuckerman, Zeon Chemicals
• Orkid Ramekaj, Queen Mary University of London
• Umay Ince, Kocaeli University
• Unal C. Yilmazoglu, Alpha Technologies
• Yuko Ikeda, Research Institute for Production Development

Visit https://gps2026.events.rubber.org/events/scheduleOfEvents2 for more details