Dr. Alamgir Karim, University of Akron (IMAGE) University of Akron Caption Dr. Alamgir Karim, associate dean of research for the University of Akron College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering and Goodyear Chair Professor of Polymer Engineering,holds a strip of the polymer thin film that can now be produced at an industrial level for use in a wide range of applications. Credit The University of Akron Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.