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A proposed standard from the ASTM International forensic sciences committee ( E30 ) aims to help examiners and investigators identify and analyze explosive material found at a crime scene. “Explosive materials, such as black powder, smokeless powder, dynamite, and pyrotechnics, are often recovered during criminal investigations,” according to Michelle Evans, a forensic chemist and fire debris…, Standardization News, . , Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Brian Milewski, tel +1.610.832.9619; bmilewski@astm.org Release #10787
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Global standards organization ASTM International has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Standardization, Metrology and Certification Agency of Uzbekistan (UZSTANDART Agency), bringing the total number of MOUs to 112. The MOU program supports the use of ASTM International standards while also encouraging global participation in the ongoing development of new and revised standards…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10779
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ASTM International’s committee on composite materials ( D30 ) presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Adam J. Sawicki, technical fellow, structures technology, at Boeing, Ridley, Pennsylvania, USA. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to developing standards. The committee honored…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel+1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, , Release #10776
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A new ASTM International standard could help forensic science labs create programs to train their teams, ultimately helping with activities such as collecting and analyzing evidence. The standard – a practice designated E2917 – provides a basic framework for training, continuing education, and professional development of forensic science practitioners. The practice aims to serve as a foundation…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Brian Milewski, tel +1.610.832.9619; bmilewski@astm.org Release #10760
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On Monday, Katharine Morgan, president of ASTM International – a global standards developer – will speak at Pittcon 2019 on the role of ASTM standards in supporting a healthy and sustainable environment. Pittcon is the world’s leading annual conference and expo on laboratory science. The five-day event attracts attendees from over 90 countries around the world, including industry, academia,…, Standardization News, , available here . , Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10757
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ASTM International announced today that it will sponsor Kaitlyn Bishay, a rising senior at the University of Alabama, for the prestigious Washington Internships for Students of Engineering (WISE) program. This announcement coincides with “Girl Day” of Engineers Week, which encourages girls and young women to consider careers in engineering. WISE is a competitive summer program in Washington, D…, , Media Inquiries: , Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Program Contact: , Travis Murdock, tel +1.610.832.9826; tmurdock@astm.org Release #10743
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Amer Bin Ahmed, managing director of Knauf Middle East in Dubai, UAE, will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. In addition to manufacturing building materials and related products, Knauf aims to promote sustainability and energy conservation in the construction industry. Bin Ahmed is responsible for building a large-scale sustainable business operation for Knauf…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10726
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Daniel Adams, professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Utah, was honored with the Wayne W. Stinchcomb Memorial Lecture and Award by ASTM International’s committee on composite materials ( D30 ). The award recognizes outstanding contributions in research, engineering, or teaching the technology of composite materials and other contributions to the field of composites. Adams honor…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10666
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A new ASTM International standard will help any organization that needs to create a forensic audio laboratory space. The standard ( E3150 ), developed by ASTM’s committee on forensic sciences ( E30 ), provides general guidance for laboratory setup and maintenance of equipment. The new standard provides recommendations for creating a forensic audio laboratory, as well as configuration,…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Brian Milewski, tel +1.610.832.9619; bmilewski@astm.org Release #10662
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Roger Bostelman, engineering project manager with the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA, was recently awarded the 2018 ASTM International James A. Thomas President’s Leadership Award. The President’s Leadership Award recognizes individuals early in their ASTM International career who have significantly advanced ASTM’s mission through…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10648