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Featuring 140 technical presentations, 3 keynote speakers, and over 40 poster presentations.
TAPPI Nano 2017 News
A bi-monthly update on the technical program and activities at Nano 2017.
Be sure to read to the end to check out resources from the Nano Division.
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Production and Applications
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The Nano 2017 Technical Program features 140 technical presentations. Sessions include the use of cellulose nanomaterials in biomedical applications, composites, electronics, paper and packaging. Characterization and functionalization of cellulose nanomaterials are covered in additional sessions. Sessions also address industrial production and safety and environmental issues.
Download the full technical program
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Sebastien Corbeil, CEO, CelluForce
Keynote Presentation
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Opening Keynote Presentation
Monday, 5 June 2017 – 4:00pm
Nano 2017 begins with Sebastien Corbeil talking about key learnings in CelluForce’s nanocellulose commercialization journey and an overview of where the company is heading. Read an interview with Corbeil.
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FiberLean Technologies
Sponsor Spotlight
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FiberLean Technologies is a Silver Sponsor at Nano 2017. In addition to supporting the conference, FiberLean Technologies will have two peer-reviewed technical presentations at the conference:
- Microfibrillated Cellulose Outside of the Box - Per Svending, FiberLean Technologies Ltd.
- Mineral/ Microfibrillated Cellulose Composite Materials: Next Generation Products, New Applications and Product Forms - David Skuse, FiberLean Technologies
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Opening Keynote on Monday
New for 2017!
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Opening Session and Keynote Presentation
Monday, 5 June 2017 – 4:00-5:30pm
TAPPI Nano is growing! Nano 2017 will begin on Monday afternoon this year, so please be sure to arrive in time for the opening session on Monday, 5 June at 4:00pm. This new schedule allows for three solid days of technical presentations.
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Tour FPInnovations
Networking Events
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Monday, 5 June 2017 – 8:30-11:30am
FPInnovations specializes in the creation of scientific solutions in support of the Canadian forest sector’s global competitiveness and responds to the priority needs of its industry members and government partner. Tours will include stops at the CNC lab, pilot paper machine, aquatic biology, refiners, bio-sugars, cellulose filaments, and microscopy. The tour costs $25 and space is limited. Learn more about touring FPInnovations.
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Join the new Nano Student Committee
Just for Students
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The TAPPI Nano Division has launched a new Student Committee. This committee is dedicated to providing a global network that connects students and young professional around the world. The Student Committee is hosting several events at Nano 2017.
Join the student committee. Follow on twitter @TAPPINanoStudents!
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Speaker Registration Deadline
Just for Speakers
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Speakers must register by 2 May 2017. If speakers are not registered by this date, their oral presentation will be pulled.
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International Activities In Cellulose Nanomaterials
Compliments of the TAPPI Nano Division
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A task group was formed within ISO TC6 - Paper, board and pulps - to address adapting current standards to include cellulose nanomaterials. As part of their ongoing work, this group produces an updated presentation once a year that summarizes international activities. Please take a look!
Summary of International Activities on Cellulose Nanomaterials.
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