Financial Support Application

Funding Provided By:

REMADE and the National Science Foundation (NSF) are committed to participant support for students and early career faculty. This financial support, funded by NSF, allows students and early career faculty to apply for up to $2,500 to cover conference registration fees and REIMBURSE allowable travel related to the 2025 REMADE Circular Economy Tech Summit & Conference. Applications will be approved on a rolling basis, so please submit your application ASAP!

***Please note that the conference registration fee will be automatically applied against the travel grant. There is no need to pay the registration fee upfront.

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General Application Questions

Have you already registered and paid for the conference?
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Questions for Students

The following questions are for students only. If you are a student, you need to fill out this section. Failure to do so will result in your application not being considered.
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(part time or full time undergraduate, graduate, or post doc)

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Steel

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Copper

Copper is officially listed as one of the nations most critical minerals. We are working everyday to reduce the U.S.’s reliance on foreign countries for this vital resource.

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Cast Iron

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Platinum Group Metals (PGMs)

Platinum

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Palladium

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Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

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Rubber

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Polyamides

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Polyolefins

Polyethylene (PE)

Polyethylene (PE) is a versatile and widely used thermoplastic polymer that is known for its strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance. It is a key component in various everyday products, including plastic bags, films, bottles, pipes, and containers. PE is categorized into different types based on its density, such as low-density polyethylene (LDPE), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), and linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE). Its properties, affordability, and ease of processing have contributed to its extensive use across numerous industries, from packaging and construction to automotive and medical applications.

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Polypropylene (PP)

Polypropylene (PP) is a highly versatile thermoplastic polymer known for its durability, chemical resistance, and high melting point. It is widely used in a diverse range of applications, including packaging materials, textiles, automotive components, and medical devices. PP offers excellent strength-to-weight ratio, good impact resistance, and flexibility, making it suitable for various demanding environments. It is also known for its resistance to moisture, chemicals, and UV radiation, enhancing its suitability for outdoor and long-term applications. PP is recyclable and widely used in both consumer and industrial products due to its cost-effectiveness and favorable performance characteristics.

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Polystyrene (PS)

Polystyrene (PS) is a synthetic aromatic polymer that is widely used in the production of disposable foam products, such as food containers, packaging materials, and insulation. It is a lightweight material with excellent thermal insulation properties. PS can exist in two forms: expanded polystyrene (EPS), commonly known as foam or styrofoam, and solid polystyrene. EPS is lightweight, rigid, and offers good cushioning and insulation, while solid polystyrene is transparent, brittle, and commonly used in products like CD cases and disposable cutlery. PS is cost-effective, versatile, and has a wide range of applications due to its ability to be easily molded and its overall durability.

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