Welcome to the Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining

The global network for the materials cycle, promoting sustainability and greater circularity in the extraction, processing and use of natural resources

 

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Supporting you to be a champion of a low carbon, resilient and resource-efficient society

IOM3 member benefits include access to knowledge and information, career support, professional qualifications, training events, grants, achievement awards, access to networking groups and a free member magazine. Learn more about IOM3 membership and how we can support you.

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NMG End of Year Quiz

Join our Natural Materials Group monthly virtual event where we will be hosting a quiz

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Elastomers in Biomedical Devices

Focussing on elastomer materials and their use and application in healthcare.

Advances in Mining Technology & Mineral Supply

How advances in technology could lead to improvements across the mining and minerals sectors.

Birmingham

 

Upcoming courses

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Introduction to Engineering Metallurgy Autumn 2024

A one-day course exploring the basic concepts of metallurgy

Virtual

PIABC Level 2 Award in Timber & Panel Products 2024

A distance learning course for those new to the wood industry or wishing to broaden their knowledge.

Distance Learning

EQIPT Benchmarking 2024

For packaging materials auditors that have experience of the industry but not a recognised packaging qualification

Distance Learning

 

Celebrating International Volunteer Day

On 5 December, we marked International Volunteer Day, a chance to acknowledge the incredible contributions of our volunteers.

Thank you for the time, effort, and dedication you bring to supporting the Institute and strengthening our community. Your impact is felt year-round, and we are truly grateful.

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Our areas of expertise cover a broad spectrum of interests and sectors, with each offering associated community group networking opportunities, events and other relevant technical resources.

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Our networks include technical community groups, local societies in the UK and overseas, and member networks supporting specific membership groups

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