Sponsored by
The Division of Polymer Chemistry
American Chemical Society
Co-Sponsored by the Division of Fluorine Chemistry
Although fluoropolymers are nearly 60 years old, they maintain a growth rate above the US GNP. In addition to perfluoropolymers, partially fluorinated polymers will continue to impact a wide range of technologies as better control of their unique optical, electronic, processing, extreme environment stability, and surface properties are achieved. This workshop will cover topics including synthesis, processing, properties, and applications of new as well as traditional fluoropolymers with special emphasis on "break-through" technologies and future commercial trends.
Chairs
Dr. Andrew Feiring, DuPont
Prof. Darryl D. DesMarteau, Clemson University
Dr. Mark Pellerite, 3M
Dr. John Scheirs, ExcelPlas Australia
Prof. Dennis Smith, Clemson University
Sponsors
Oakwood Chemicals
3M
Micro Lithoography, Inc.
Ausimont
Sessions
To submit a paper and/or poster, send a title and brief abstract (150 words) to Dennis Smith or specific session chair. Accepted papers will require an electronically submitted one- or two-page Preprint (Polymer Preprint format) due July 31, 2000. Posters in addition to oral presentations are also encouraged.
The Savannah DeSoto Hilton is located 20 minutes from the Savannah International Airport. The facility is in the heart of historic downtown on East Liberty Street between Bull and Abercorn Streets.
Hotel reservations should be made directly with the Hilton, 15 East Liberty Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401, 912-232-9000, Fax 912-231-1633, www.savannahdesoto.hilton.com. Please request the special rates for the polymer group of $129 plus tax.
Additional information on Savannah can be found at their web site at: www.savannah-visit.com
Sunday, October 15, 2000
12:00 N REGISTRATION BEGINS
1:30 PM Opening Remarks - Prof. Dennis Smith, Clemson University
1:45 PM Prof. Darryl D. DesMarteau, Clemson University, "Why Fluorine?"
2:45 PM Dr. Andrew Feiring, DuPont, "Fluoroplastics – An Overview"
3:45 PM BREAK
4:00 PM Dr. Charles K. Brennan, Brennan Research Group: Fluorsight, "State of the Fluoropolymer Industry"
5:00 PM Welcome Reception
Monday, October 16, 2000
7:30 AM CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Session I. Coatings and Surfaces – Dr. Mark Pellerite, Chair
8:15 AM Dr. Michael Owen, Dow Corning, "Fluorosilicone Surface Activity"
8:45 AM Dr. Robert Brady, Naval Research Lab, "Fluorinated Polyurethane Elastomers."
9:15 AM Prof. Steve Clarson, University of Cincinnati, "Synthesis and Properties of Fluorosilicone Fluids and Elastomers"
9:45 AM Prof. David J. T. Hill, The University of Queensland, "The High Energy Radiation Chemistry of Some Fluorinated Polymers"
10:15 AM BREAK
10:30 AM Dr. Robert Iezzi, Elf Atochem, "Acrylic-Fluoropolymer Mixtures and Their Use in Coatings"
11:00 AM Dr. Mark Pellerite, 3M, "Surface Characterization of Perfluoropolyether Alkoxysilane Thin Films"
11:30 N Dr. Terrence C. Vargo, Integument Technologies, Inc., "Managing Corrosion with Fluoropolymers - Adhesive Backed Fluoropolymer Laminates for Paintless Corrosion Protection"
12:00 N LUNCH
Session II. Optical and Electronics Applications –
Dr. Andrew Feiring, Chair
1:30 PM open
2:00 PM Prof. Frank Harris, University of Akron, "Synthesis and Properties of Poly(phenylene oxide)s Containing Perfluoroalkyl Groups"
2:30 PM Dr. Andrew Feiring, DuPont, "Fluoropolymers for Semiconductor Manufacture"
3:00 PM BREAK
3:15 PM Prof. Toshiyasu Suzuki,Institute for Molecular Science, "Perfluorinated Phenylene Dendrimers and Oligomers: Efficient Electron-Transport Materials for Organic Light-Emitting Diodes"
3:45 PM Prof. Grant Wilson, University of Texas, "New Fluoropolymers for 157nm Resist Applications"
4:00 PM OPEN
4:30 PM SOCIAL AND POSTER SESSION
DINNER ON YOUR OWN
Tuesday, October 17, 2000
7:30 AM CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Session III. Membrane and Battery Applications –
Prof. Darryl DesMarteau, Chair
8:15 AM Prof. Steve Creager, Clemson University, "Fluoropolymer Usage in PEM Fuel Cell Technology; Issues and Opportunities"
8:45 AM Dr. William Farnham, DuPont, "Fluoropolymers for Advanced Battery Applications"
9:15 AM Prof. Darryl D. DesMarteau, Clemson University, "Self-Emulsifying Polymerization of Functionaliized Perfluorinated Vinyl Ethers for Ionomers Useful in PEM Fuel Cell Applications"
9:45 AM OPEN10:15 AM BREAK
Session IV. Semifluorinated Polymers – Prof. Dennis Smith, Chair
10:30 AM Prof. Patrick Cassidy, Southwest Texas State University, "New Monomers and Polymers Derived from Hexafluoro 2-phenyl-2 propanol"
11:00 AM Prof. Ken Wynne, Virginia Commonwealth University, "A Semifluorinated Ethoxy Silane for Sol-Gel Cure of Hydroxy-terminated Polydimethylsiloxane"
11:30 AM Prof. Frank Harris, University of Akron, "Synthesis and Polymerization of Perfluorovinylether-Terminated Imide Oligomers"
12:00 N LUNCH
1:30 PM Prof. Chris Ober, Cornell University, "Creating Stable Fluoropolymer Surfaces Using Self-assembly"
2:00 PM Prof. D. Perahia, Clemson University, "Characterization of Novel Liquid Crystalline Perfluorocyclobutyl Polymers"
2:30 PM Dr. Julio A. Abusleme, Ausimont, "Ethylene-Chlorotrifluoroethylene-n-Butylacrylate Copolymer: Characterization and Main Features"
3:00 PM BREAK
3:15 PM Prof. Marc Hillmyer, University of Minnesota, "Mild Synthetic Routes to Semifluorinated Homopolymers and Block Copolymers"
3:45 PM Dr. John W. Connell, NASA Langley Research Center, "Polyimides Containing Fluorine and Phosphorus for Potential Space Applications"
6:00 PM SOCIAL and POSTER SESSION
7:00 PM BANQUET
Wednesday, October 18, 2000
7:30 AM CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Session V. New Materials and Processes –
Dr. J. Scheirs, Chair
8:15 AM Dr. Vincenzo Arcella, Fluoropolymer R&D, Ausimont, "Fluoropolymers Obtained by the Branching and Pseudoliving Technology"
8:45 AM Prof. Joseph DeSimone, University of North Carolina and North Carolina State University, "The Opportunities Between Fluoropolymers and the Carbon Dioxide Technology Platform"
9:15 AM Prof. Lon Mathias, University of Southern Mississippi, "Photopolymerizations of New Fluoroalkylether Methacrylates in Mesophases: Applications from Surface Modification to Retina Repair"
9:45 AM Prof. Theo Tervoort, ETH Zurich, "Melt-Processible Poly(tetrafluoroethylene)"
10:15 AM BREAK
10:30 AM Dr. Robert van de Grampel, Eindhoven Univesrsity of Technology, "Low-Energy Ion Scattering (LEIS) Study in Combination with Other Surface Characterizations Techniques of Thin Films of Partially Fluorinated Polymethacrylates"
11:00 AM Mark McHugh, Virginia Commonwealth University, "Fluoropolymer Solubility in Supercritical Fluid Solvents"
11:30 AM Prof. Dennis W. Smith, Jr., Clemson University, "Recent Progress in Perfluorocyclobutane (PFCB) Polymer Technology"
12:00 NOON CLOSING REMARKS
The registration fee is $600 for Members of the Division of Polymer Chemistry and $650 for Non-Members ($250 Student Members, $300 Student Non-Members). There is a $150 fee for a Non-Participating Guest that may accompany you. Written cancellation or registration after September 15, 2000, will cost an additional $50. In addition to handout material, the fee includes meals, receptions, breaks, and a dinner as listed in the brochure.
To register: send the completed Registration Form with remittance (checks made payable to: the Division of Polymer Chemistry) to Neta L. Byerly, Division of Polymer Chemistry, Inc., Virginia Tech, 410 Davidson Hall, M.C. 0279, Blacksburg, VA 24061, Phone: 540-231-3029, Fax: 540-231-2588, e-mail: nbyerly@vt.edu.
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