Welcome

Welcome to the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, and to our new look website. We look forward to your feedback on the new site.

News

Materials awards seek entrants

Four materials-related prizes, organised by the Federation of European Materials Societies, are open for nominations.
IOM3, 04 Sep 2008

Design Innovation in Plastics competition opens

The Design Innovation in Plastics competition, which this year focuses on sustainability, is open for entries until 17 October. The award is jointly organised by IOM3 and the Worshipful Company of Horners.
IOM3, 08 Sep 2008

Sheffield Forgemasters overcomes obstacles

Over the past six years, UK’s Sheffield Forgemasters International has progressed from near closure to a record turnover. Meagan Ellis finds out more about the man at the helm, Chief Executive Dr Graham Honeyman CBE.
Materials World, 01 Sep 2008

Mining under the sea

The newest frontier for mining is underwater. Meagan Ellis looks at the technology involved and the environmental concerns that remain with this untested excavation technique.
Materials World, 01 Sep 2008
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Networking

Technical communities

The Institute has 17 technical divisions, societies and associations which act as special interest groups, forming a focus for activities within specific sectors. Find out about the activities in these special interest areas and how you can join in.

 

Younger members

The IOM3 Younger Members Committee organises events especially for young people, including the World Lecture Competition and an annual Research Conference.

Local Societies

There are Local Societies affiliated to IOM3 all over the UK, organising activities in your area. Check out the Local Societies calendar of events for the next event near you.