Celebrating Excellence: Congratulations to the Student Presentation Award Winners at the CenTiRe Fall 2023 Conference

In a showcase of dedication and outstanding research, the CenTiRe Fall Conference recently recognized and celebrated the brilliance of young minds in the field of tire- related research.

Kumho Tire Rejoings CenTiRe as Industry Member, Bolstering Innovation and Collaboration

In a significant move that underscores a commitment to advancing tire technology and fostering industry collaboration, Kumho Tire has returned to the Center for Tire Research (CenTiRe) as an Industry Advisory Board member.

Celebrating Janice Tardiff: Ford Motors' CenTiRe Mentor of the Year

In the world of corporate mentorship, individuals who selflessly dedicate their time, wisdom, and energy to help shape the next generation of talent are often unsung heroes. But today, we have the immense pleasure of celebrating one such individual whose outstanding contributions have not gone unnoticed.

Yokohama Tire Joins CenTiRe as an Industry Member

Yokohama, Japan - In an exciting development for the tire industry, Yokohama Tire Corporation has announced its partnership with the Center for Tire Research (CenTiRe) as an industry member.

CenTiRe Approves Project Funding for Virginia Tech Professors to Drive Tire Sustainability

In a significant development for the field of tire sustainability, CenTiRe (Center for Tire Research) has announced its approval of project funding to Dr. Hosein Foroutan and Dr. Hesham Rakha, both distinguished faculty members at Virginia Tech’s School of Civil & Environmental Engineering.

CenTiRe Approves Project Funding for University of Akron Professors on Materials-Related Research

We are thrilled to announce that the Center for Tire Research (CenTiRe) has awarded a substantial research grant to the University of Akron for a project focused on tire materials. This exciting collaboration brings together the expertise of the tire industry's leading research institution and one of the country's premier materials-based research universities.

CenTiRe Awards Research Funding to Dr. James Eagan of the University of Akron for Innovative Materials Project Proposal

The Center for Tire Research (CenTiRe) is pleased to announce the award of research funding to Dr. James Eagan, Assistant Professor at the University of Akron’s’ School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering. Dr. Eagan's project is titled: Carbon Negative Butadiene CO2 Polymers: Material Synthesis and Property Evaluation, and is approved for two years of funding.

Celebrating Dr. Michelle Hoo Fatt of the University of Akron for Securing Project Funding from CenTiRe

 In an achievement that highlights the University of Akron's commitment to groundbreaking tire research and the outstanding capabilities of its faculty, we extend our congratulations to Dr. Michelle Hoo Fatt, Department of Mechanical Engineering Professor, on securing project research funding from the Center for Tire Research (CenTiRe).

CenTiRe Congratulates Student Presentation Award Winners