SSCT Calls for Technical Conference Papers

The Southern Society for Coatings Technology has announced its 2015 Annual Technical Conference. The organization is currently seeking technical speakers for this event. Any interested parties should e-mail Rick Diener at [email protected]. Speakers will be asked to present on the mornings of April 13, 14 and 15.
 
The criteria set forth by the SSCT is as follows:
 
Abstract and Picture: An abstract for the presentation is required. The abstract template must be submitted in its entirety. Submission deadline is no later than December 1, 2014. Please submit your abstract and picture to http://ssct.org/speaker-abstract/.
 
Acceptance letters will be sent on or before Dec. 1, 2014.
 
Biography: The biography template submission is due no later than Dec. 1, 2014. Please submit your biography to http://ssct.org/speaker-biography/.
 
Time: Presentations should be no less than 20 minutes and no longer than 30 minutes.
 
Audio Visual Equipment: The speaker is to clearly communicate his/her requirements for the presentation to [email protected] no later than Jan. 15, 2015.
 
Presentation: The actual PowerPoint presentation should be e-mailed or sent via CD to [email protected] no later than March 1, 2015. Please include your permission to share your content or not with the presentation email.
 
Content: We will be reviewing the presentations solely based on their technical content and contribution. It is our goal to have educational technical presentations to improve the understanding of the science of coatings. We are trying to challenge traditional methods of formulation as well as solve conventional issues that have plagued formulators utilizing new technologies and approaches. It is also our goal to improve coatings performance and functionality beyond traditional expectations. We anticipate seeing a company logo on the title and acknowledgement slides. However, we do not expect the presentations to be a platform for new proprietary product introductions, specific trade name promotions, or a lengthy commercial for the speaker’s employer. Please keep this in mind when submitting your presentation.