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Overview

Led by the IOM3 Bulk Metal Forming Committee (formerly the Rolling Committee), this group promotes the science, technology and practice of metal rolling, forging and extrusion, both ferrous and non-ferrous. The Committee organises an active programme of events throughout the year, ranging from focussed one day seminars to major international conferences.

Latest news & resources

26 July 2021

Materials Technology, Vol. 36, No. 9, out now

Highlights include snodynamic therapy of cancer using a novel TiO2-based nanoparticles, the structural, optical and dielectric properties of Al/Mn doped ZnO nanoparticles and enhanced photocatalytic performance of europium doped TiO2 film.

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23 July 2021

Nanotech to enable 'healthy' electric current production inside human body

New research suggests material creates green energy through mechanical force.

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16 July 2021

Scientists bridge the human-machine interface with electronic ‘living’ material

Bridging the gap between machines and the human body, a soft electronic ‘living’ material may facilitate medical diagnostics and treatments in real-time through its inherent controlled release of drugs and sensing capacity.

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Forthcoming events

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29 July 2021

An Introduction to Electron Microscopy Imaging Analysis Techniques

Exploring EDX/EDS, EBSD and ion beam techniques for advanced materials characterisation

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19 August 2021

NMA Lunchtime Seminars: Natural Materials in Anthropology

The next webinar in the NMA Lunchtime series.

CPD hours

Webinar
6 September 2021

The role of resource efficiency for achieving climate neutrality

This event forms part of Sustainable Futures Week. The first day of the series will explore the role of resource efficiency and the transition to a more circular economy in reaching net zero.

Latest job vacancies

Senior Metallurgist / Mechanical Engineer

Contract type: Full-time/Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 23 May 2021

Opportunity for a Senior Metallurgist/Mechanical Engineer to join and expand the technical team at Mettis Group, a leading Aerospace & Defence forge, heat treater and machinist based in Redditch. This leadership role in an ISO 17025 and Nadcap accredited laboratory team will require daily support for and interaction with the wider Mettis operations, engineering, quality and planning teams. It requires a strong will, determined attitude, and an ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Mettis Group Limited, Redditch

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