Global Polymer Summit abstract deadline extended
Akron, OH – The Rubber Division, ACS has extended the deadline for abstracts for the Global Polymer Summit until June 7th. The Division invites your submissions for inclusion in the Global Polymer Summit Technical Presentations & Student Symposium, September 28-30 in Louisville, KY. This forum offers a unique opportunity to share insights, engage with peers and strengthen your presence in the field.
Key topics at GPS will include:
- Addressing Environmental Risk: PFAS, 6PPD & Tire Wear Particles
- Advancements in Tire Materials & Compounding
- Characterization & Testing of Rubber
- EV Mobility & Next Generation Tire Performance
- Mechanics, Thermodynamics & Glass Transition of Polymers & Rubber: A Symposium in Honor of Charles Goodyear Medalist Greg Mckenna
- Modeling & Simulation in Elastomer-Polymer Materials
- New Commercial Developments
- Recovered Carbon & End-of-Life Tires
- Silicone & Liquid Silicone Rubber Developments
- Sustainability & Circularity in Tires
- Sustainability in Raw Materials for Rubber
- Sustainable Solutions in Elastomer Processing
- TARDISS Domestic Natural Rubber Developments
- Tire Manufacturing, Process Innovation & Testing
- Tire Regulation, Safety & Market Impacts in 2026-27
Additionally, a Student Symposium will be held during the Summit. The Division welcomes the participation of Undergraduate and Graduate students in Rubber/Polymer chemistry and engineering programs. Student Symposium participants give oral presentations on the topics listed above or present their work in our annual poster session. Come share your academic research and applied industry experiences with our attendees! Financial prizes will be awarded to the top poster and top oral presentation.
Click here for more information: https://gps2026.events.rubber.org/events/callForAbstracts