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Stay informed through our twice-monthly newsletters and regular blog posts offering insights into skin and hair research, cosmetic trends, new product claims testing techniques, upcoming educational courses and TRI-sponsored events.


Hair Conference 2026: A Key Event in the Cosmetic Science Calendar
The 12th TRI International Conference on Applied Hair Science was between the 2nd and 4th June 2026 at Red Bank, NJ. As with other events in recent years, this was hybrid, with nearly 400 attendees, across online and in-person registrations, from 107 companies worldwide.
TRI Princeton
10 hours ago


Fifth Keynote Speaker Announced: Ovi Kedo, Beauty Tech Pioneer, Haircare Domain Expert and Bestselling Author
We are excited to announce our fifth keynote speaker for the 12th TRI International Conference on Applied Hair Science! Ovi Kedo will give a presentation titled ‘A Predictive Framework: Decoding Fiber Biology, Damage Pathways & Structural Needs to Predict Efficacy’. Our Conference will take place on Tuesday 2nd to Thursday 4th June 2026, at the Oyster Point Hotel, Red Bank, New Jersey.
TRI Princeton
May 20


TRI Site Open Day on Friday, June 5th
he 12th TRI International Conference on Applied Hair Science takes place on 2-4 June, at Red Bank, NJ, and will be held in person and online. It is time to register if you planning to come in person, as places are filling-up and we have limited space at the venue. One of the benefits of registering in person is that you will also be able to visit TRI on an Open Day on Friday, June 5th.
TRI Princeton
May 20


12th TRI International Conference on Applied Hair Science, 2 -4 June
The 12th TRI International Conference on Applied Hair Science takes place on 2-4 June, at Red Bank, NJ, and will be held in person and online. It is time to register if you planning to come in person, as places are filling-up and we have limited space at the venue.
TRI Princeton
May 14


Final Call for Abstracts and Posters!
We have had a great deal of interest in podium and poster presentations (which must be given in-person at Red Bank, New Jersey). However, there’s always room for more and abstract submissions for podium presentations will remain open until Tuesday March 31st (1700, EST), and abstract submissions for posters will remain open until Friday May 8th (1700, EST). The schedule for the conference, as well as slots for podium presentations, are both available at the dedicated website.
TRI Princeton
Mar 26


Fourth Keynote Speaker Announced: Candace Mitchell, Founder & CEO of MYAVANA
We are excited to announce our third keynote speaker for the 12th TRI International Conference on Applied Hair Science! Candace Mitchell will give a presentation titled ‘Expanding The Hair Typing System With Science-Backed, AI-Powered Personalization’. Our Conference will take place on Tuesday 2nd to Thursday 4th June 2026, at the Oyster Point Hotel, Red Bank, New Jersey.
TRI Princeton
Mar 12


Third Keynote Speaker Announced: Gabriela Daniels, Director of Science Programs at the London College of Fashion
We are excited to announce our third keynote speaker for the 12th TRI International Conference on Applied Hair Science! Gabriela Daniels will give a presentation titled ‘Human hair diversity: Integrating science and consumer realities’. Our Conference will take place on Tuesday 2nd to Thursday 4th June 2026, at the Oyster Point Hotel, Red Bank, New Jersey.
TRI Princeton
Jan 30


Second Keynote Speaker Announced: Dr Bernd Noecker, Director of Basic Research & Technology Development at Kao Germany
We are excited to announce our second keynote speaker for the 12th TRI International Conference on Applied Hair Science. Bernd Noecker, Director of Basic Research & Technology Development at KAO Germany will give a presentation titled ‘The molecular structure of Keratin Intermediate Filaments and its impact on Hookean and Yield regions of the stress-strain curve’. Our Conference will take place on Tuesday 2nd to Thursday 4th June 2026, at the Oyster Point Hotel, Red Bank, New
TRI Princeton
Jan 12


First Keynote Speaker Announced: Dr Duane Harland, from the Bioeconomy Science Institute, New Zealand
FIRST KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCED: DR DUANE HARLAND, FROM THE BIOECONOMY SCIENCE INSTITUTE, NEW ZEALAND We are excited to announce our first keynote speaker for the 12 th TRI International Conference on Applied Hair Science. Dr Duane Harland, from The Bioeconomy Science Institute, New Zealand. Duane will give a presentation titled ‘Growing style – the origin of hair shape and strength’. Our Conference will take place on Tuesday 2nd to Thursday 4th June 2025, at the Oyster Point
TRI Princeton
Dec 4, 2025
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