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Three weeks left: Call for Papers American Coatings Conference 2026
Only 3 weeks left to submit your abstract for the 2026 American Coatings Conference – showcase your innovations in coatings research and technology in Indianapolis!
The American Coatings Association (ACA), in partnership with Vincentz Network (VN), is seeking abstract submissions for research to be presented at the 2026 American Coatings Conference (ACC). This major coatings industry technology forum will take place from 5 – 7 May, 2026 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, and is held concurrently with the American Coatings Show (ACS).
We are looking for previously unpublished technical research and pioneering innovations for consideration either as a session presentation (which requires a paper to be submitted beforehand) or as a poster (which does not require a paper). Papers will not be accepted if they have been previously presented or published elsewhere.
The conference organizers select presentations for the 2026 American Coatings Conference based on three key criteria:
• scientific significance;
• novelty; and
• potential technical value to the industry.
The oral presentations will be approximately 25 minutes followed by 5 minutes for discussion. All submitted papers will be considered by the conference organizers for possible publication. ACA retains the first right of first refusal on all presentations accepted for the 2026 American Coatings Conference.
American Coatings Award
The most outstanding paper presented at the ACC will be honored with the American Coatings Award. Sponsored by ACA and VN, the recipient of this prestigious award will receive a USD 2,500 cash prize and an attractive sculpture.
Where to submit?
You can submit your title and abstract here.
