Polymer Research & Engineering (PRE-2026)

From October 26–28, 2026, the PRE-2026 Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada will bring together researchers, industry representatives, and students from the fields of polymer science, materials engineering, and chemical engineering. The conference will focus on current developments in polymer research, innovative applications, modern manufacturing technologies, and sustainable solutions for the plastics industry.

Michael Grosshauser, Head of the Circular Polymers Research Department at Fraunhofer CCPE, will present a talk titled “From Polyolefin Recyclates to Geotextiles: Industrial Use Cases for a Circular Plastics Economy”. In his presentation, he will showcase industrial applications for polyolefin recyclates and highlight the potential for a circular plastics economy.

The conference also offers a wide range of opportunities for professional exchange, networking, and fostering connections between academia and industry.