Welcome

The Brazilian Polymer Association (ABPol) and the Organizing Committee invite you to the XIX Latin American Symposium on Polymers (SLAP 2026), which will also host the XVII Ibero-American Congress on Polymers. The conference will take place at the Gran Hotel Stella Maris Urban Resort & Conventions in Salvador, BA, Brazil, from October 19 to 23, 2026.

Held biennially since 1988, SLAP gathers approximately 500 participants and is one of the most significant scientific events in Latin America in the field of polymers. The event aims to foster discussions on current and highly relevant topics in polymer science, technology, and innovation.

Salvador, the first capital of Brazil, blends rich history, architecture, vibrant culture, a stunning seaside setting, exceptional cuisine, and diverse cultural heritage, creating an inspiring environment for knowledge exchange. The Convention Center at the Gran Hotel Stella Maris, a beachfront venue in a prime area of Salvador, offers modern infrastructure, comfort, and security. Located just 10 minutes from Salvador International Airport, it ensures convenience for participants.

We look forward to welcoming you to SLAP 2026 in Salvador, BA, Brazil!

Prof. Antonio José Felix de Carvalho
Sao Paulo State University - USP - Brazil

Prof. Leonardo Bresciani Canto
Federal University of Sao Carlos - UFSCar - Brazil

Prof. Daniela Becker
Santa Catarina State University - UDESC - Brazil

Prof. Otávio Bianchi
Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul - UFRGS - Brazil

Salvador, BA
Salvador, BA, Brazil
  • Registration

    Start on February 02, 2026

  • Submission of abstracts

    March 02 to June 01, 2026

  • Abstract status notification

    July 13, 2026

  • Submission of revised abstracts

    July 13 to August 03, 2026

  • Final abstract notification

    September 14, 2026

  • Program

    October 02, 2026

Organizing Committee

Antonio José Felix de Carvalho
USP – Brazil

Chair

Leonardo Bresciani Canto
UFSCar – Brazil

Chair

Daniela Becker
UDESC – Brazil

Chair

Otávio Bianchi
UFRGS – Brazil

Chair

Caio Gomide Otoni
UNICAMP – Brazil

Scientific Coordinator

André Ricardo Fajardo
UFPel - Brazil
Cesar Liberato Petzhold
UFRGS – Brazil
Edcleide Maria Araújo
UFCG - Brazil
Edvani Curti Muniz
UFPI – Brazil
Guilhermino José Macêdo Fechine
Mackenzie – Brazil
Henrique Finocchio
AFINKO – Brazil
Lidiane Cristina Costa
UFSCar – Brazil
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Marcelo Aparecido Chinelatto
USP - Brazil‬
Rodrigo Lambert Oréfice
UFMG – Brazil
Rosana Lopes Lima Fialho
UFBA - Brazil
Wagner Pachekoski
UFSC - Brazil
Yêda Medeiros Bastos de Almeida
UFPE - Brazil

Scientific Committee

  • Caio Gomide Otoni – UNICAMP – Brazil
  • Alcides Lopes Leão – UNESP – Brazil
  • Ángel Marcos Fernández - Institute of Polymer Science and Technology – Spain
  • Antonio Aprigio da Silva Curvelo – USP – Brazil
  • Artur J. M. Valente - Universidade de Coimbra – Portugal
  • Bluma Guenter Soares – UFRJ – Brazil
  • Bruno F. Urbano - Universidad de Concepción – Chile
  • Clara M. Gómez - Univèrsitat de València – Spain
  • Claudia Merlini – UFSC – Brazil
  • Claudia Sayer – UFSC – Brazil
  • Daniel Pasquini – UFU – Brazil
  • Davdid Mecerreyes - University of the Basque Country – Spain
  • Denise Freitas Sirqueira Petri – USP – Brazil
  • Derval dos Santos Rosa – UFABC – Brazil
  • Edson Noriyuki Ito – UFRN – Brazil
  • Eliane Trovatti – UNIARA – Brazil
  • Elisabete Frollini – USP – Brazil
  • Eliton Souto de Medeiros – UFPG – Brazil
  • Fabio Roberto Passador – UNIFESP – Brazil
  • Francisco Rodríguez Mercado – Universidad de Santiago de Chile – Chile
  • Isabel C. A. S. S. Gouveia - Universidade Beira Interior – Portugal
  • João Mano – University of Aveiro – Portugal
  • Jorge Coelho – University of Coimbra – Portugal
  • José Carlos Pinto – UFRJ – Brazil
  • Juan Carlos Rueda Sanchez - Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú – Peru
  • Juan Pedro Bretas Roa – UFVJM – Brazil
  • Juliano Marini – UFSCar – Brazil
  • Luiz Antonio Pessan – UFSCar – Brazil
  • Marcelo Aparecido Chinelatto – USP – Brazil
  • Marco-Aurélio De Paoli – UNICAMP – Brazil
  • Maria Filomena Filipe Barreiro - Polytechnic Institute of Bragança – Portugal
  • María del Carmen Mijangos Ugarte – Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Polímeros – Spain
  • Mariana Agostini de Moraes – UNICAMP – Brazil
  • Marisa Cristina Guimaraes Rocha – UERJ – Brazil
  • Sérgio Paulo Campana Filho – USP – Brazil
  • Pedro Henrique Hermes de Araújo – UFSC – Brazil
  • Roselena Faez – UFSCar – Brazil
  • Sandra Andrea Cruz – UFSCar – Brazil
  • Sandro de Campos Amico – UFRGS – Brazil
  • Sebastião Vicente Canevarolo Junior – Brazil
  • Sérgio Paulo Campana – USP – Brazil
  • Talita Martins Lacerda – USP – Brazil