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Nov 21 2023
Extended Deadline for Peer Review & General Stream Abstract Submissions
The deadline has been extended until December 20, 2023. But don't wait until the end to submit your abstract. The speaker rate has been reduced to 590 € (price applicable to speakers and colleagues registering from the same company).
Nov 14 2023
IAPRI Student Exchange Scholarship Sponsorship Opportunity Available
IAPRI is currently looking for a sponsor for the Student Exchange Scholarship, so IAPRI may continue to offer this scholarship at the 2024 World Conference in Spain. Companies interested in this possibility, please contact Ed Church at sg@iapri.org
Research News
Nov 28 2023
IATA, Spain, explores mushroom packaging
With two papers published this year on mushroom waste biomass as a source for biodegradable packaging, Spain’s IATA is developing new formulations in combination with other biopolymers.
Oct 30 2023
Swedish study focuses on pack-free options and household needs
In Sweden, a new research project involving both Linköping and Karlstad Universities will study ‘packaging free’ food retail and the use of refillable and reusable containers, with a focus on the needs of a range of households.
Member News
Nov 30 2023
Specright consumer survey puts green claims to the test
The research community need not take too seriously the widespread perception that US shoppers are tiring of – or are sceptical about – ‘green’ claims presented on-pack, a consumer survey from new IAPRI member Specright suggests.
Oct 30 2023
VTT helps develop pilot production for fiber packaging
VTT has disclosed how it worked with fellow Finnish engineering company Valmet, as well as Metsä Spring, Metsä group’s innovation arm, to develop a pilot line for high-quality molded fiber products, including packaging.
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Conference Spotlight
Oct 30 2023
Recycling, refills and product LCAs
Alongside biopolymers and sustainable sourcing, the viability of recycling is a critical component in the circularity of plastics packaging, so it was hardly a surprise that questions around repeat reprocessing, as well as reuse and lifecycle assessment (LCA), arose at last summer’s Mumbai Conference.
Technology Spotlight
Apr 27 2023
Migration testing for paper-based packaging
As the focus on renewable raw materials for packaging intensifies, there is a growing need to find more consistent and accurate ways of testing paper and board to ensure compliance with regulations and to evaluate potential migration into food.
Member Profile
Nov 23 2023
New thinking from Albstadt-Sigmaringen University, Germany
It is rare for a new IAPRI member to also be a new institute in its own right, but this is true of the Sustainable Packaging Institute (SPI) at Albstadt-Sigmaringen University (ASU) in southern Germany.
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Oct 28 2023
The Significance of Your involvement in IAPRI Member Recruitment
Research associations like IAPRI are the lifeblood of scientific progress, uniting individuals with shared interests and a passion for discovery. Bringing together like-minded individuals to foster collaboration, share ideas, and push the boundaries of understanding. However, for IAPRI to thrive and continually contribute to the expansion of knowledge, we require a steady influx of new members.
IAPRI Events
Jun 17 2024
24th IAPRI World Packaging Conference
ITENE's 30th Anniversary takes place in 2024 and they are proud to host IAPRl's 24th World Packaging Conference as part of their special events and activities devoted to show how knowledge and technology make an impact to build a safer and more sustainable future.
Thinking of Presenting? 2024 World Conference Speaker Brochure
IMPORTANT DATES: Abstract submissions: Extended until December 20, 2023
- Abstract acceptance notification: Until January 25, 2024
- Final paper submission for General Stream: Until April 19, 2024
- Final paper submission for Peer Review will be announced soon
IAPRI member institutes interested in hosting the IAPRI 25th World Packaging Conference in 2026 should contact IAPRI's Secretary General at sg@iapri.org
New Research Papers
Oct 11 2022
Recently Published IAPRI Member Research
Find recently published research papers from IAPRI member institutes.
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Nov 22 2023
Lund University recruiting senior lecturer in Packaging Technology
The Department of Design Sciences at LTH, Lund University, is recruiting a senior lecturer in Packaging Logistics focusing on Packaging Technology. We look forward to recruiting a senior lecturer in packaging technology who can complement our existing expertise and ensure future expertise within the research group.
Sep 8 2023
Michigan State University School of Packaging has three positions open.
There is an open a position for an Assistant Professor – Active, Intelligent, and Smart Packaging, one for Medical Packaging and one for a Specialist-Teacher position.