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The voice for professional people working with polymeric materials

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The IOM3 Polymer Society is a community of professionals with a shared technical interest in polymers, led by a Board of volunteers. The group supports the polymer and elastomer supply chain by providing a focus for the exchange of knowledge on all aspects of production, processing, applications and end of life. We cover all technical, educational and professional considerations related to polymers and elastomers.

Latest polymer news & resources

21 January 2021

Plastics, Rubber and Composites, Vol. 50, No. 1 ready to read

Papers look at self-healing hydrogels, composite reinforcement and natural rubber nanocomposites.

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20 January 2021

Views sought on update to UK Plan for Shipment of Waste

The UK Government has published its update proposals to the UK plan for Shipment of Waste.

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18 January 2021

Roadmap for reducing reliance on plastic waste export

The British Plastics Federation (BPF) has launched a new report, showing how the UK can significantly reduce its reliance on exporting plastic waste.

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I believe the purpose and values of the Polymer Society have never been so important. Polymers will no doubt play a key role in the future of energy and resources, food, health, mobility & infrastructure and communication.

David Hughes

Polymer Society Board Chair

 

 

 

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PVC relaunches in May 2021 with an exciting new format

PVC 2021 will continue to build on the reputation of this world-leading triennial conference series, delivering a comprehensive and varied programme of international speakers, high-quality papers and exceptional networking opportunities.

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Forthcoming events

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  • 26 January 2021

Nano4Health: Advances in combatting COVID-19

This webinar explores how nanomaterials are being used to combat COVID-19

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  • 27 January 2021

EEC Online Seminars: Energy and New Plant and Technology

Third in a series of free webinars highlighting issues to be addressed at the European Electric Steelmaking Conference in September 2021

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  • 11–12 February 2021

RUBBERCON 2020

This year’s conference theme will be ‘Environment and Recycling: A Strategic Challenge for Rubber Materials’. Key topics include sustainable materials, properties and environmental impact performances, processing and end of life rubbers. 

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Please consider nominating a colleague who deserves recognition for their professional achievements or outstanding contributions. Our awards cover all disciplines and career stages.

 

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