The EFPG invite you to join us for "The 2004 EFPG Days sessions" which will held on April 27-28, 2004 in Grenoble, France on the following thematic :

"Fiber properties - Color and Brightness - New developments in ozone bleaching"

Eighty people, including 20 academics and 25 PhD students, are currently doing their research at EFPG (Ecole Française de Papeterie et des Industries Graphiques), one of the largest academic research centers and teaching organizations for the pulp, paper and graphic arts sectors in Europe. The research activity covers the whole field from wood (and non-woody plants) to converted and printed paper.

	More Information ... "EFPG Days" 2003 Web Site of EFPG

During the two days of this short-course you will be informed about the state of the art of fiber characterization and properties, the relations between fibers and paper properties, the brightness and color of the chemical and recycled fiber pulps, ozone bleaching and about our latest research results in these areas. The following program gives you the list of the topics which will actually be covered.

The content of the lectures will be specially organized to fit an audience of industry people interested in fiber production and characterization issues, as well as suppliers wishing to know about new opportunities for their products and equipment. Time will be left for discussion and exchanges and special care will be taken to make this event most fruitful and enjoyable.

The principal lecturers/teachers will be : Professor Dominique Lachenal, Dr Christian Voillot, Dr Christine Chirat, Associate Professor Gérard Mortha, Dr Nathalie Marlin and Dr Raphael Passas from EFPG. Mill representatives and chemical equipment suppliers will also give presentations.

If you are interested in receiving more information about these EFPG Days, please contact Christine CHIRAT.