IULTCS announces 2026 Young Leather Scientist Grants
The International Union of Leather Technologists and Chemists Societies (IULTCS) and its IUR Commission have announced the launch of the 2026 Young Leather Scientist Grants (YLSG) programme.
Designed to encourage innovation among researchers under 35 in the field of leather science and technology, the scheme offers three awards: Basic Leather Research, Sustainability/Environmental Research, and Machinery & Digitalisation Solutions.
Funding ranges from €1,000 to €1,500, with sponsorship provided by Leather Naturally and Italprogetti, alongside a sponsor to be confirmed for the Basic Leather Research category.
Winners will also have the opportunity to present their work at a future IULTCS Congress.
The deadline for submissions is November 30, 2025.
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