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  • Smithers Rapra’s 8th Annual Biopolymers Symposium returns to Chicago

    06 December 2012

    "I am very excited about moving Biopolymers 2013 back to Chicago, with so much of the industry and many key players nearby," said Barbara Fowler, conference director for Smithers Rapra. "This year's agenda will bring together many new faces that you haven't seen before at previous editions of the Biopolymers Symposium, with fresh innovative and developing topics to discuss."

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"Determining which of the various conferences for the bioplastics industry to attend can be overwhelming, but the Biopolymers Symposium stands above others for several reasons. First of all, the depth and breadth of the topics and the attendees is unmatched in this industry. Secondly, the location, venue and timing enable a large audience to be able to attend. Lastly, Smithers are a top provider of events and intelligence in the world of biopolymers, and the quality of their offering is backed by a truly top-notch organization. You won't find a better bioplastics show to attend in 2013."

Toby Reid, President & CEO, Solegear Bioplastics Inc.

Initially regarded as suitable only for short-life, single-use packaging items, the applications for biopolymers are extending into semi-durable and durable items in areas such as consumer electronics and automotive engineering. High performance, high technology biopolymers are becoming the standard for this industry. The 2013 edition of the Biopolymers Symposium will offer bring together more than 50 speakers who you haven't seen at any other bioplastics event covering the most innovative technologies and applications in the industry.    (c)The Field Museum, GN91311_1d

The Biopolymers Symposium 2013 will take place at Chicago's world-renowned Field Museum. Delegates will have ample time to explore the Museum while attending the conference and building strategic relationships with other bioplastics R&D staff, senior executives, marketing and government attendees.

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Biopolymers Symposium 2012 Conference