• Nano Grooved Fibers Used in Self-Detoxifying Fabrics - Cheryl Gomes, Foster-Miller
• Green Composites - Chris Pastore, Philadelphia University
• Development of a Ballistic Protective Combat Helmet – Phil Cunniff, Natick Soldier Center
• Multimaterial Multifunctional Fibers Enabling the Dismounted Soldier – Yoel Fink, ISN
• Building Durable Antimicrobial Features into Sports Materials – Tim Byers, Aegis Technologies
• Comfort Mapping of Garments – Paul Canatella, W.L. Gore & Associates
• The Smart Future: Added Value Textiles in the Age of Nanotechnology and Sustainable Solutions - Tom Weinbender, Schoeller Textil USA Inc.
• Nanotechnology in High Performance Upholstery for Sports Arena and Healthcare Applications - Marty Gurian, Designtex
• Physical and Physiological Interactions between Fabric and Skin - Ning Pan, University of California at Davis
• Depth Profiling of Diverse Polymer Systems with Radio Frequency Glow Discharges: From Fuel Cell Membranes to Golf Ball Covers - R. Kenneth Marcus, Clemson University
Wednesday's luncheon will feature a presentation by Dr. Martin I. Jacobs, executive director of the National Textile Center. He will discuss NTC Technology Transfer to the Fiber-Textile Industry.
Participants will have an opportunity to network with speakers and fellow attendees during the reception on Wednesday evening and visit tabletop exhibits featuring items, techniques, and technologies discussed during the program.
American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists