SPE hosts a diverse range of conferences, symposia, and technical events throughout the year, bringing together plastics and polymer professionals from around the world. Whether you are an industry practitioner, researcher, or academic, our events offer an outstanding platform to share your expertise, present your findings, and connect with peers. Browse the open calls for papers and presentations below, and find the opportunity that best aligns with your work and interests.
Call for Course & Workshop Instructors ↗ Volunteer to Speak at Other Industry Events ↗
SPE invites plastics professionals, technical experts, researchers, and industry leaders to share their expertise through educational courses, hands-on workshops, and future speaking opportunities. Whether you are interested in leading a technical program, developing professional training, or being considered for SPE and SPE Chapter events, your submission helps connect the plastics community with practical knowledge, emerging technologies, and non-commercial technical insight.

| Final submission | Jan 29, 2027 |
| Abstract deadline | Oct 9, 2026 |
| Speaker notifications | Nov 25, 2026 |
| Presentation due | Jan 29, 2027 |