Dr. Joseph DaSilva earned a graduate degree from the school of textiles at Clemson and was employed by Hoescht. In addition to answering standard questions he expresses the view that the Clemson textiles program needs to broaden its base to accentuate textiles and polymer science. His view is interesting in light of the fact that in 1992 the name was changed to the school of Textiles, Fiber and Polymer Science.

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