DuPont Shares its Enthusiasm and Innovation by Investing in Science and Technology

Yesterday, DuPont and Marmara University of Istanbul (http://www.marmara.edu.tr/index_en.php) announced a major new partnership, a new form of academic enterprise building on the complementary strengths.

Left to right: Prof. Dr. Irfan Güney, Printing Education Dean, Faculty of Technical Education, Marmara University; Ian Hudson, President Europe MEA, Du Pont de Nemours International SA

Pier Luigi Sassanelli and Asuman Yazici of DuPont are responsible for assisting in developing standards and best practices for the flexo printing course. Sassanelli and Yazici will work in partnership with Professor Efe Gencoglu, preparing the many stages of the education program.

"DuPont is passionate about science and education. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce our new partnership with Marmara University." commented, Jean-Luc Duramy, President DuPont Turkey.

"Supporting education to prepare the future generations and form invaluable skills is a priority for DuPont. Our contributions will improve the University ability to deliver up-to-date information, raising standards for all students across the subject of Flexography, increasing access to new technologies and improving support for students, giving them more choice of occupation and career", concluded, Mr. Duramy.

DuPont supports the education system around the world. Support activities range from primary through to Universities to ensure that students, teachers, schools, universities and colleges are encouraged to achieve their best in science and technology.

For more information about DuPont Packaging Graphics education outreach, please contact: pier-luigi.sassanelli@dupont.com.

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May 06

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