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ICR 2019 call for abstracts

FRANCE: The International Institute of Refrigeration is now calling for abstracts of papers to be presented at the International Congress of Refrigeration (ICR) in Montreal in August 2019.

Over 1,000 attendees are expected to register for the congress which offers a programme of technical, scientific and industry insights inducing technical tours and visits, networking opportunities and focused work meetings.

Held every four years, the ICR 2019 Congress will be held under the theme of Refrigeration for Human Health and Future Prosperity, and will focus on global issues: energy saving and energy efficiency, food supply, health, reduction of global warming and the protection of the ozone layer.

Papers should report on original research or on technical developments and their applications. They should contain quality science or technical information.

In the first instance, abstracts of up to 150 words are invited for consideration by June 28, 2018.

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