Waterborne Symposium Paper Award Winners
The Paper Awards at the Waterborne Symposium honor outstanding research and innovation in coatings science. Open to both students and professionals, these awards recognize exceptional studies in paint, coatings, polymers, inks, and adhesives. Winners are selected based on originality, technical quality, and impact on the coatings industry. By celebrating groundbreaking work, the Paper Awards encourage continued research excellence and inspire innovation across the coatings community.
Siltech Best Paper Award for Innovation
Michael Praw
Coauthors: Alann O. P. Bragatto, Suzy S. Alves, Beatriz Pinto, Rafael S. Dezotti, Robson Pagani, Bruno S. Dario, and Fabricio. G. Pereira
Indorama Ventures, 8401 New Trails Dr., Suite 150, Spring, TX 77381
"Can Simulation Tools and Physicochemical Properties Guide the Selection of Additives?"
PCI Award for Technical Excellence
Bruno Dario
Coauthors: Bruno S. Dario, Juliane P. Santos, Larissa C. C. de Almeida, Maira V. de Carvalho, Alann O. P. Bragatto, Cintia F. da Silva, Rafael S. Dezotti, Camila O. Guimaraes, Fabricio. G. Pereira, and Michael Praw
Indorama Ventures, 8401 New Trails Dr., Suite 150, Spring, TX 77381
"Innovative Strategies for Emulsifying Alkyd Resins for Water-Based Coatings"
USM Thames-Mendon Best Student Paper Award Winner
No Eligible Participants for 2025
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