The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) announced an educational collaboration initiative with the University of Miami School of Engineering, in which the industry group will “work with the university to create short courses related to various aspects of cosmetic science and product development.” he admitted. Recent press releases.
The course follows the University of Miami’s Master of Science in Product Design program, jointly offered by the university’s School of Chemical, Environmental and Materials Engineering and School of Industrial and Systems Engineering, which the University launched last summer. Strengthen product design skills and capabilities in growing industry sectors. [including] cosmetics and consumer products,” the release states.
About the course
Later this month, the first course in the educational collaboration will be held at the University of Miami’s Coral Gables, Florida, campus.qualified High-throughput formulation and advanced prototype testingthe two-day course will be taught by Dr. Samiul Amin, Professor of Practice in the Department of Chemical, Environmental and Materials Engineering at the University of Miami.
Dr. Amin’s professional background includes years of industry experience, including “working in engineering, research and development, and innovation management for industry-leading cosmetics companies such as Unilever and L’Oréal,” the release shared. It has been. Speaking about the course, Dr. Amin said, “In the future, the cosmetics and personal care industry will start looking at robotics, automation, AI, and machine learning to speed up the process of prototype development.” .
Therefore, Dr. Amin further explained that they will continue their education through industry-specific programs such as: High-throughput formulation and advanced prototype testing These advances provide a better understanding of advances that aim to “free up time for developers and people involved in research and development to effectively and efficiently design new products, applications, and performance benefits.” Masu.
The planned course will “focus on advances in automation and combine them with advanced characterization and prototype development to help participants understand science and technology interactions,” the release shared, adding, “The course In the laboratory portion of the program, participants will learn automated formulation techniques through the Chemspeed automation platform and advanced characterization methods using high-sensitivity rheometers (Netszch), dynamic light scattering, and optical tensiometers. ” confirmed in a release.
Other educational opportunities
In addition to future plans, High-throughput formulation and advanced prototype testing Through a course collaboration with the University of Miami, “SCC also offers online, on-demand versions of popular courses.” Fundamentals of surfactants, emulsions and polymers for cosmetics “This course will also be taught by Professor Amin and will include a live Q&A session with the instructor on March 18, 2024,” the release states. This option provides industry professionals with additional opportunities to continue their education in an easily accessible format.
Looking ahead, “SCC is excited to collaborate with the University of Miami to demonstrate how digital technology is advancing the science of cosmetics and personal care,” said the association’s CEO, CAE. said Erica L. O’Grady. press release. “We continue to build on the strong foundation established by our Florida chapter in the region through regular educational conferences and bi-annual sun protection symposiums,” she concluded.
