WASHINGTON — The American Coatings Association (ACA) is seeking nominations for the 2021 Joseph J. Mattiello Lecture Award. Nominations must be received by Oct. 15, 2020 for consideration by the Mattiello Memorial Lecture Award Committee. The award will be presented at the CoatingsTech Conference, which will be held April 19-21, 2021.
The selected award recipient will deliver a technical presentation on a phase of chemistry, engineering, human relationship, or other discipline fundamental to paint, coatings, varnish, lacquer, or related protective and decorative coatings. The presentation will consist of a lecture of 50 to 55 minutes, followed by a question-and-answer session. A completed paper must also be submitted for the conference proceedings and possible inclusion in ACA publications.