Smithers Rapra, a subsidiary of U.S.-based independent testing, research and consulting organization, The Smithers Group, is inviting senior delegates from the polymer and electronics industries to Barcelona on 4-5 February 2009 to listen to papers covering a diverse range of polymer electronics related topics. This conference has been organised in response to the many scientific breakthroughs, new technologies and product developments that are enabling polymer electronics to transform the electronics market with new materials, applications and products.

With prestigious speakers from industry and academia including representatives from; IDTechEx, IKV, Johnson Matthey Catalysts, University of Surrey and University of Linkoping, the conference will provide a wide range of valuable information and an opportunity to network with key workers in the field. There will be a comprehensive key note presentation opening day one from Dr Klaus Hecker, chairman of the ‘Organic Electronics Association’ discussing the ‘Roadmap for Organic and Printed Electronics’ and on day two Mr Chris Williams from UK Displays and Lighting Knowledge Transfer Network will present his keynote paper on ‘Plastic Electronics – future developments to 2020’. Following these two detailed presentations will be papers on key topics including photovoltaics, displays, nanomaterials and a wide range of new materials and process technologies.

Companies already engaged in polymer electronics and those looking to become involved in the associated new and emerging markets will gain an invaluable insight into current research and development activities. To read the full conference programme and register your place at this event, please visit www.rapra.net/conferences.