The Fiber Society Spring 2011 Conference May 23–25, 2011

The Fiber Society invites submissions of original research papers for oral and poster presentations at its 2011 Spring Conference, hosted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's Institute of Textiles and Clothing. Papers on fundamental research related to the science and engineering of fibers and fibrous materials are being solicited. Submissions of original work related but not limited to the following themes, are welcomed:

• Fiber and polymer science
• Textile biotechnology
• Textile nanotechnology
• Textile processing technology
• Dyeing and finishing technology
• Functional textiles and clothing
• Textile recycling, "green technologies," and sustainable manufacturing
• Technical textiles (medical, protection, transportation, etc.)
• Textile and apparel supply chain management
• Textile and apparel trade economics
• Textile and apparel testing
• Industrial textiles
• Smart textiles
• Fiber-reinforced composites
• Clothing science

Online submissions will be accepted beginning November 1, 2010. Access the Fiber Society website at www.thefibersociety.org and follow the link. Guidelines for ALL submissions are provided online. Strict adherence to format is expected.
Submission deadline is March 14, 2011. Notification of acceptance into the program will be no later than April 4, 2011.
Early-bird discount will be offered to delegates who register on or before April 8, 2011. For those who must acquire travel visas, early submission is highly recommended.
Details continue to be developed. For current information and updates, access the Society's website at www.thefibersociety.org. For inquiries, contact Ms. Pam Gabriel at psgabrie@ncsu.edu or conference secretary Ms. Anne Hon at tcanne@inet.polyu.edu.hk.