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Natural Materials Group

A professional network representing the entire breadth of natural materials from academic research to commercial application use and reuse

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The Natural Materials Group (formerly the Natural Materials Association) is the first UK professional network to represent the entire breadth of natural materials from academic research to commercial application use and reuse. The group provides a focal point for information, knowledge and best practice across all types of natural materials with a focus on sustainable development. 

Latest natural materials news & resources

13 August 2022

Plastics, Rubber and Composites, Vol. 51, No. 7, ready to read

Considering graphene for enhanced gas barrier properties, anti-corrosive properties of rubber coatings, and chitosan-reinforced nitrile rubber.

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1 August 2022

International Wood Products Journal, Vol. 13, now available

Improved adhesives, non-destructive acoustic assessment of wood quality and characterization and suitability appraisal of wood for paper-based products.

News
26 July 2022

Tailored timber grown in a lab

Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA, say they can control the properties of a wood-like plant material that is grown in a laboratory.

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Forthcoming events

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  • 15 September 2022

Biomimicry & Natural Materials: Developments for Future Use

Joint Natural Materials Group and Southern Counties Materials, Minerals & Mining Society seminar. Join us in Teddington or via live stream to learn more about all things bio and network with stakeholders, participants and speakers.

  • Course
  • 7 July–6 September 2022

PIABC Level 2 Award in Clay Technology

A perfect introduction to the Heavy Clay Industry for those with little or no practical experience

Virtual
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  • 21–25 August 2022

XXXI International Mineral Processing Congress (IMPC 2022)

IMPC 2022 is expected to welcome more than 1000 professionals and academics from the mining industry, representing more than 40 countries, including leading universities specialising in mineral processing, major mining companies and global industry providers.

Hybrid event: Melbourne and Online
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On-demand webinars

22 July 2022

Natural Materials Group Lunchtime Seminar: Focus on Biomining

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17 June 2022

Natural Materials Group Lunchtime Seminar: Focus on Waste Valorisation

On-demand webinar
20 May 2022

Natural Materials Group Lunchtime Seminar: Focus on Textiles

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