Timber2019

Timber2019 is a conference of the Wood Technology Society of IOM3.  It is a conference for the UK timber industry, presenting the latest trends and emerging research in timber, wood science and related fields. It brings together wood scientists, wood technologists, and businesses from all areas of the timber industry. The primary aim is to showcase the latest developments in timber research, and to prompt discuss of new products, processes and concepts and their potential.

Topics include:

• Timber structures, architectural forms and applications
• Wood modification
• Engineered wood, composites and wood-based panels
• Lesser used species and suitability for demanding environments
• Wood anatomy, nanostructural modelling and biomechanics
• Marine applications
• Home grown timber, markets and opportunities
• Grading and quality in the 21st Century
• Timber in the built environment and occupant well-being
• Protection and preservation of wood against biodegradation
• Weathering and ageing – effect on aesthetics indoors and out
• Advances in fundamental wood science
• Wood in cultural heritage
• Adhesives, paints, coatings and finishes