36th Annual Conference
Short Courses: August 16-17, 2008
Technical
Conference: August 18-20, 2008
For a complete listing of the current NATAS Paper Titles, go to the following link:
SPECIAL OFFER FOR
FULL-TIME STUDENTS ONLY:
The North American Thermal Analysis Society is
pleased to announce an exciting invitation to students to enroll in
the acclaimed NATAS Short Course at the reduced rate of just
$200.00 Students will learn the fundamentals of thermal analysis,
with modules on DSC, TGA, DMA, and TMA on Day 1. The second day
offers focused topics in polymers, pharmaceuticals, energetic
materials, thermal hazards, flammability, and professional
development.
Click here to see the Short Course Schedule. This
special opportunity is made available to full time students at a
savings of nearly $800 below the regular tuition. The dates are
August 16 and 17, at the Renaissance Waverly, a beautiful Atlanta
luxury hotel. To secure your enrollment, fill out the
2008 Student Registration Form.
The North American Thermal Analysis Society will
hold the 36th Annual Conference at the beautiful
Renaissance Waverly Hotel in the northwest portion of Atlanta, GA in
2008. This is a perfect forum for thermal analysts, scientists, and
engineers to meet and share their research and expertise. NATAS
offers you the opportunity to learn about new techniques, increase
your knowledge of thermal analysis and material performance, and see
the newest instruments and accessories.
By
attending one of the short courses, you get the opportunity to meet
thermal analysis experts; see results from diverse application
areas; know how to apply new techniques for improved results, data
collection and analysis; participate in discussions on practical
problem solving; learn about the standardized testing methods; and
learn how to extend the use of your thermal analysis capabilities to
new areas or to better characterize current applications.
Registration
Fees
F
or conference registration fees and deadlines go to
"Conference Registration Form".
Exhibition / Sponsorship
NATAS and the 2008 Conference Committee is pleased to offer
various opportunities for companies to increase their visibility
during the conference, through either exhibition or sponsorship.
For more information, go to
"Exhibition or Sponsorship".
Publication Submittal
Publications submittal is closed for 2008. Please contact Mike Rich or Maria LaTorre, Conference Co-Chairs, for additional
information or assistance via email at rich@erg.msu.edu,
or
latorrma@crd.ge.com or by phone at
518-387-4124.
Technical Program:
A complete listing of the
Schedule of Papers 2008 is available.
Additional session topics are welcome; please contact the Technical Program Chair, Larry Judovits (Email:larry.judovits@arkemagroup.com), or the Conference Co-Chairs, Mike Rich or Maria LaTorre (Email
rich@erg.msu.edu or
latorrma@crd.ge.com).
Short Course at NATAS
The
NATAS Conference and Short Course is an excellent educational
opportunity for technical people, both experienced in the use of
thermal analysis and those expanding their skill set in the practice
of thermal analysis. Join your colleagues for stimulating technical
inter-changes focusing on thermal analysis, fellowship and
networking. To view the schedule:
NATAS 2008 Short Course.
Poster Competition for Students
T
here
is a call for papers from undergraduate and graduate students using
thermal analysis in their research. The 2008 regional recognition
and poster competition will take place on Sunday, August 17 before
the NATAS conference. Attendance by presenting students will be
supported by special educational funds. Awards will be offered at
the conclusion of the poster contest.
The Venue
The
Renaissance Waverly is a beautiful Atlanta luxury hotel offering
sophisticated accommodations including a dramatic 14-story atrium.
Directly connected to the 320,000 square foot Cobb Galleria
Convention Centre, this AAA 4-Diamond Smyrna, GA hotel in the
Atlanta area is the crown jewel of the Galleria shopping and office
complex. Guests can enjoy the exclusive boutique shops of the
Vinings Jubilee and the Cumberland Mall located across the street,
while downtown Atlanta and Hartsfield Jackson International Airport
are just a short drive away. See the website:
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/atlrb-renaissance-waverly-hotel/
for more detailed information.
Transportation
A&M Limo are offering the following rates for the NATAS 2008 conference:
- Corporate Rates
only apply when pre-arranged/prepaid with a credit card:
- $42.00 per person (Round Trip)
- $25.00 per person (One Way)
- Reservations can be made on-line:
A&M Limo Reservations
- Location at the Atlanta Airport is:
A&M Limo Aiport Location
- A&M departs Atlanta Airport every half hour between 7 a.m through 11 p.m
- A&M departs the Renaissance Hotel each hour between 6 a.m through 6 p.m
- It is highly recommended that travelers use the NATAS acronym behind their last name to ensure that corporate discount rate is applied.
- Ground transportation reservations can also be made directly via phone at 770-955-4565 or fax 770-955-5313. Reservations are available 24 hours daily, but are confirmed during office hours only: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 8:00pm EST).

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High Museum of Art
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Atlanta History Center
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