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Call for Presentations for 2022 Textile Discovery Summit

AATCC is soliciting presentations and posters for its 2022 Textile Discovery Summit. The event will be held October 4-6, 2022, at the Hilton University Place in Charlotte, NC, USA. As well as educational presentations, this event also includes networking receptions, tabletop exhibits, and more. Presentations are being solicited for the following topics.

• Fiber, fabric and materials innovations

• Coloration (dyeing and printing) chemistry, application, process and machinery

• Lighting trends and color management

• Innovations in smart textiles, protective and performance fabrics

• Testing for product performance and product claim validation

• Addressing sustainability, environmental challenges throughout the supply chain

• Achieving comfort and wellness through innovative technologies



Authors can download the abstract submission form and presentation details from AATCC.org. Abstracts for oral presentations are due January 17, 2022, to Angela Jabara. Abstracts for posters are due May 2, 2022.

https://aatcc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Call-for-Presentations-2022-Summit-Combo-for-Website_fillable.pdf


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