Dear Colleagues

The IX. Polymer Science and Technology Congress with International Participation, organized by the Polymer Science and Technology Association every two years, will be held in Ankara between 16 - 18 September 2024, hosted by the Middle East Technical University.

As the Republic of Turkey leaves its centenary behind and enters its new century, we are organizing this prestigious congress with the aim of bringing together the leading names of polymer science and technology.

During the congress, leading researchers, academics, industry experts, and students will have the opportunity to exchange information on the latest polymer research, technologies, and innovations.

We maintain our confidence that our congress, where we aim to increase cooperation and discussion in the field of polymer science of the future, will enrich the experience of all participants and we hope that the IXth Congress will enrich the experience of all participants.

We are already very excited to host you in Ankara for the Polymer Science and Technology Congress 2024.

 


On behalf of the Organizing Committee
Prof. Dr. Ali ÇIRPAN

Chair of PolimerTR 2024

Important Deadlines

Early bird registration deadline: 05 April 2024
Abstract submission status: Open 
Abstract submission deadline: 24 June 2024
Notification of acceptance: 08 July 2024
Author payment deadline: 19 july 2024

PLENARY SPEAKERS

Nikos Hadjichristidis
 King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)

Sang Ouk Kim
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

Invited Speakers

Metin Ak

Metin Ak

Pamukkale University

Cemil Alkan

Cemil Alkan

Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University

Remzi Becer

Remzi Becer

University of Warwick

Vural Bütün

Vural Bütün

Eskişehir Osmangazi University

Atilla Cihaner

Atilla Cihaner

Atılım University

Pınar Çamurlu

Pınar Çamurlu

Akdeniz University

Mehmet Doğan

Mehmet Doğan

Erciyes University

Hakan Durmaz

Hakan Durmaz

İstanbul Technical University

Yavuz EROĞLU

Yavuz EROĞLU

PAGEV President, TOBB Plastics, Rubber and Composite Industry Assembly President, Board of Directors of EuPC

Sezgin Gökçesular

Sezgin Gökçesular

BRISA BRIDGESTONE

Selmiye Alkan Gürsel

Selmiye Alkan Gürsel

Sabancı University

Cihan Efe Kılıç

Cihan Efe Kılıç

AKKİM KİMYA

Barış Kışkan

Barış Kışkan

İstanbul Technical University

Sermet Koyuncu

Sermet Koyuncu

Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University

Filiz Kuralay

Filiz Kuralay

Hacettepe University

Yusuf Menceloğlu

Yusuf Menceloğlu

Sabancı University

Oğuz Okay

Oğuz Okay

İstanbul Technical University

Ozan Onur

Ozan Onur

AKKİM KİMYA

Güralp Özkoç

Güralp Özkoç

İstinye University

Turan Öztürk

Turan Öztürk

İstanbul Technical University

Javid Rzayev

Javid Rzayev

University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

Amitav Sanyal

Amitav Sanyal

Boğaziçi University

Turgay Seçkin

Turgay Seçkin

İnönü University

İlke Anaç Şakır

İlke Anaç Şakır

Gebze Technical University

Murat Şen

Murat Şen

Hacettepe University

Yusuf Ali Tasti

Yusuf Ali Tasti

SASA Polyester

Mehmet Atilla Taşdelen

Mehmet Atilla Taşdelen

Yalova University

Ümit Tayfun

Ümit Tayfun

Bartın University

Suna Timur

Suna Timur

Ege University

Halil İbrahim Ünal

Halil İbrahim Ünal

Gazi University

Ümit Hakan Yıldız

Ümit Hakan Yıldız

İzmir Institute of Technology

SCIENTIFIC TOPICS

⚛ Polymer synthesis and characterization
⚛ Functional polymers
⚛ Smart polymers
⚛ Rubber and elastomers
⚛ Conductive polymers and electronic/optoelectronic materials
⚛ Polymeric nanostructures and composites
⚛ Polymer physics
⚛ Industrial applications of polymers
⚛ Textile applications of polymers
⚛ Recycling of polymers
⚛ Biopolymers, biocomposites, and biomedical applications
⚛ Biodegradable polymers
⚛ High performance polymers
⚛ Polymers used in additive manufacturing technology

When & how to submit your abstract?

We highly value your early abstract submission as it enables us to design an effective schedule and assign suitable meeting rooms, ensuring a seamless presentation experience for you.

We welcome contributions in abstract format (not full text) for oral and/or poster presentations. The presentation type and schedule will be decided by the scientific committee after a peer review process. We will notify corresponding (submitting) authors the decision upon completion of the review process.

Please note that;
- Each participant can submit a maximum of two abstracts, with only one being considered for an oral presentation.

- Abstracts can be in Turkish or English; however, your presentation language should match.

All accepted abstracts will be scheduled in the conference, and only presented abstracts will be published in the book of abstracts.

Please submit your abstract online by MeetingHand conference management software to ensure that your abstract submission aligns with the conference's requirements.

The platform automatically takes care of the format, including text length (ranging between 100 to 350 words) during the submission process. To view the instructions before preparing your abstract, please click here.

Abstract Submission Deadline: 24 June 2024
Notification of Acceptance: 08 July 2024

Please note that registration is required for abstract submission. Don't worry about the payment; simply choose the "Book now, pay later" option during checkout. Your account is always accessible, allowing you to edit your abstract or monitor its evaluation status at any time.

Registration & Fees

When to register and pay? 

Your early registration is greatly appreciated as it helps us predict and manage the limited conference resources, ensuring a seamless welcome for you.

To ensure a smooth registration process, please follow these steps:
- Click on any of the 'Register Now' buttons located on this page. You'll be directed to the registration form. Fill in the required information in the registration form. Once done, proceed to submit the form.
- Upon successful registration, an automated email containing your login credentials will be sent to the email address provided. 
- While immediate payment isn't mandatory upon registration, we recommend selecting the "Book now, Pay Later" option for preliminary booking. However, securing early bird registration fees is encouraged, considering the period-based pricing system we follow.
- Utilize your participant account to manage your attendance efficiently. From your account page, you can complete pending payments, download your invoice, update/edit your abstract, or track the abstract evaluation results.

We're here to make your registration process as seamless as possible. Should you encounter any issues or have inquiries, please don't hesitate to reach out to us via feryal@arber.com.tr.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
1. Please note that the registration fees will be updated on April 5, 2024.
2. A special discount will be applied to Polymer Association Members. Please contact us via arber@arber.com.tr for details.

Academicians
₺3,000.00
Early Career Researchers (under 28)*
₺2,000.00
Industry & Non-Academic Institutions
₺4,500.00
Register Now

COMMITTEES

Organizing Committee

Prof. Dr. Levent Toppare
Prof. Dr. Ahmet M. Önal
Prof. Dr. İrem Erel Göktepe
Prof. Dr. Akın Akdağ
Prof. Dr. Ayşe Eda Aksoy
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Görkem Günbaş
Assist. Prof. Dr. Erol Yıldırım
Assist. Prof. Dr. Tarık Baytekin
Assist. Prof. Dr. Demet Asil Alptekin
Dr. Gönül Hızalan Özsoy
Research Assistant Dilara Gündoğdu
Research Assistant Oğuzhan Karakurt
Research Assistant İrem Kolay

Scientific Committee

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dilek Alagöz, Çukurova University
Prof. Dr. Ayşe Zehra Aroğuz, İstanbul University - Cerrahpaşa
Prof. Dr. Hülya Arslan, Bülent Ecevit University
Prof. Dr. Yasemin Arslan Udum, Gazi University
Prof. Dr. Nergis Arsu, Yıldız Technical University
Prof. Dr. Murat Ateş, Namık Kemal University
Prof. Dr. Göknur Bayram, Middle East Technical University
Prof. Dr. Ayşe Bedeloğlu, BursaTechnical University
Prof. Dr. Umut Bulut, Acıbadem University
Prof. Dr. Engin Burgaz, Ondokuz Mayıs University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Efkan Çatıker, Ordu University
Prof. Dr. Aydan Dağ, Bezmiâlem Foundation University
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Değirmenci, Harran University
Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Deligöz, İstanbul University - Cerrahpaşa
Prof. Dr. Gökçen Demirel, Ankara Hacı Bayram Veli University
Prof. Dr. Gökhan Demirel, Gazi University
Prof. Dr. Sibel Demirel, Kocaeli University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hatice Duran Durmuş, TOBB Economy and Technology University
Prof. Dr. Tarık Eren, Yıldız Technical University
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Ersöz, Selçuk University
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Gazi, Doğu Akdeniz University, TRNC
Assist. Prof. Dr. Özgül Gök, Hakkari University
Prof. Dr. Menemşe Gümüşderelioğlu, Hacettepe University
Prof. Dr. Numan Hoda, Akdeniz University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yasemin Işıkver, Sivas Cumhuriyet University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Merve İçli Özkut, Ankara University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yasin Kanbur, Karabük University
Prof. Dr. Yunus Karataş, Ahi Evran University
Prof. Dr. İsmet Kaya, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
Prof. Dr. Nilhan Kayaman Apohan, Marmara University
Prof. Dr. Cevdet Kaynak, Middle East Technical University
Prof. Dr. Tonguç Özdemir, Mersin University
Prof. Dr. Necati Özkan , Middle East Technical University
Prof. Dr. Mehmet Saçak, Ankara University
Prof. Dr. Rana Sanyal, Boğaziçi University
Prof. Dr. Dursun Saraydın, Cumhuriyet University
Prof. Dr. Uğur Adnan Sevil, Hitit University
Prof. Dr. Sevil Savaşkan Yılmaz, Karadeniz Technical University
Prof. Dr. Seha Tirkeş, Atılım University
Prof. Dr. Mehmet Özgür Seydibeyoğlu, İzmir Kâtip Çelebi University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saniye Söylemez, Necmettin Erbakan University
Prof. Dr. Ertuğrul Şahmetlioğlu, Kayseri University
Prof. Dr. Bahire Filiz Şenkal, İstanbul Technical University
Prof. Dr. Binnur Temel, Bezmiâlem Vakıf University
Prof. Dr. Kezban Ulubayram, Hacettepe University 
Prof. Dr. Ayşegül Uygun Öksüz, Süleyman Demirel University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Elif Vargün, Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University
Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Bekir Yıldız, Bartın University
Prof. Dr. Yasemin Yüksel Durmaz, İstanbul Medipol University

SPONSORS

SPONSORSHIP

 

 




We cordially invite you to become one of the esteemed sponsors of the Polymer 2024 Congress!


Your sponsorship means more than just financial support:

• Showcase your significant position in the industry by being a prominent part of this event, where leaders converge.

• Demonstrate your commitment to polymer technology and innovation, aligning your brand with the forefront of advancements.

• Today's competitive landscape demands more than mere visibility. Consolidate your relationships with key decision-makers while showcasing your values and distinctiveness.

• Engage with today's emerging scientists, who are tomorrow's decision-makers, in a rapidly evolving polymer field.

• In challenging economic times, highlighting your strength and support serves as a positive beacon for your brand. We believe that this congress is a great opportunity to expand the boundaries of academia-industry cooperation in the polymer field, together.

We eagerly await your presence and support of the Polymer 2024 Congress.

For sponsorship inquiries, please contact Arber Congress Inc. at feryal@arber.com.tr

 

METU Culture and Convention Center

Address: METU Culture and Congress Center, 06800 Çankaya/Ankara
How to get to METU Culture & Convention Center?
The A1 and A2 entrance gates of METU campus are 7 km away from the city center and they are nearby Eskişehir Highway. There are other entrance gates like A4, which is in the direction of 100. Yıl and A7, which is situated on the Bilkent way.

You can take metro line M2 directly to the ODTÜ metro station on campus. KKM is just 1.5km from station A1, with dolmus shuttle transport available.

It is possible to reach METU campus by METU district buses, EGO buses, minibuses and taxi. The most convenient of them is EGO buses since their service is most easily accessible and available. The operating hours and routes of some of the buses operating between the campus and various districts of the city are available from the links below:

District Buses
EGO Buses
Ring Buses (Ring Buses Tracking System)
Minibuses operating between Kızılay/Ulus/Ayrancı and METU Campus
Within METU campus, taxi service is available using the number 219 51 51 or 285 07 07.

For more SEE METU transportation regulations page.

Middle East Technical University - METU

METU is a pioneer university at an international level, which transforms its region and the world. 

METU is home to over 26,500+ students and 2,200+ academic staff working on a mission of attaining excellence in research, education, and public service for society, humanity, and nature by nurturing creative and critical thinking, innovation, and leadership within a framework of universal values.

Middle East Technical University excels in science and innovation - as demonstrated by recent honors, funding, and projects. Over the past 5 years, METU has received over 280 awards recognizing excellence across scientific endeavors. 58 new research grants have been secured enabling work on over 300 research projects - cooperatively and with leading agencies like TÜBİTAK. With achievements spanning from central research centers to international cooperatives, METU’s drive to transform understanding through borderless research continues.

Please click METU official website for more details...

Host City Ankara

Ankara, Turkey's capital, is a historic city with roots dating back to ancient civilizations. Formerly known as Ancyra and Angora, it served as the capital of Galatia and later the Roman province with the same name. Positioned in central Anatolia, Ankara's urban center houses 5.1 million people, making it Turkey's second-largest city. The historic center features the remnants of Ankara Castle, offering a glimpse into its diverse past.

An integral player in Turkish history, Ankara became the political center during the establishment of the Grand National Assembly in 1920 and assumed the role of the national capital in 1923. Beyond its governmental significance, Ankara is a thriving commercial and industrial hub, strategically located at the crossroads of Turkey's transportation networks. The city seamlessly blends its historical heritage with modern vitality, symbolizing resilience and progress in the heart of Turkey.

PREVIOUS CONFERENCES


VII. Polymer Science and Technology Congress, with International Participation
9-12 September 2018 - Eskişehir/Türkiye

Website
http://polimer2018.meetinghand.net/

VII. Polymer Science and Technology Congress, with International Participation

20-23 June 2022 - Malatya / TÜRKİYE

Website
http://polimertr.meetinghand.net/

Abstract Submission Guideline:

Abstracts should be submitted online through the MeetingHand Abstract Submission System, which we use to collect and manage registrations and abstracts for PolimerTR conferences. Meetinghand automatically applies the abstract template, but we'd like to provide more details for a seamless submission process:

1. Submission and Editing:
- The system automatically determines the format, including text type, length (min 100 - max 350 words), etc. - The abstract submission system allows editing, saving, and submitting abstracts for evaluation.
- Abstracts can be freely updated until the submission deadline. For post-deadline updates, please send an email via the 'Contact Organizer' link in your participant account (requires login).

2. Title, Presentation Type, and Scientific Topic:
- Please capitalize each word of the title carefully.
- The submitting (corresponding) author must specify the presentation type and the scientific topic for which the abstract is being submitted.

3. Authors:
- The author submitting the abstract is designated as the "Corresponding Author".
- The Corresponding Author must add and define the order of co-authors, select the presenting author, and provide affiliations and email addresses for all authors.
- Authors should be added separately.
- The system will automatically merge affiliations with author names. Please use copy/paste for affiliations to avoid misspellings.
- Rewrite the author's name if there are multiple affiliations.

4. Abstract Body:
- The main abstract text must be written in the designated section and can include basic formatting such as superscript and subscript.
- Copy-paste from doc and pdf documents is available.
- Please carefully review the copied and pasted abstracts in the preview section.
- Please double-check the formulas in the preview step.
- Do not include the title, authors, or affiliations in the abstract body text section (as it corrupts the review and publishing process).

5. Images, Charts, and Tables:
- It is preferable to avoid adding images, charts, or tables in the abstracts. However, if necessary, they can be added as an image only.

6. References and Keywords:
- References and keywords should be added in the separate fields provided, not in the main abstract text section.
- References should be cited in the abstract text.

We look forward to receiving your abstracts and appreciate your adherence to these guidelines to ensure a smooth submission process.