Computational materials science could get a boost from artificial neural networks. Khai Trung Le reports.

The International Panel is currently in the process of identifying suitable papers related to the science and technology of niobium for consideration for the 2019 Charles Hatchett Award with the deadline of the 1 December 2018.

Lord Haskell has been annouced as one of the speakers at this year's event where he will give a brief opening address followed by a host of programme speakers including Professor Cameron Alexander of Nottingham University, Professor Giuseppe Battaglia of University College London, and Professor Gary Critchlow of Loughborough University who will address the key issues affecting the protection of people in society today.