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Douglas Flett was one of the leading world experts in extractive metallurgy, particularly in metal separation technologies, and was a Vice-President and Honorary Treasurer of the Institution of Mining & Metallurgy

Ron was a beloved instructor with a long list of students who have remarked on his positive influence on their careers.

John Atkinson was a respected voice in cracking then later moved into academia where he advocated for quality research and supervised PhD students.

Derek Barratt was an expert in comminution and spent over 60 years in the mining industry worldwide.

Mick May made significant contributions to high temperature creep research and fracture toughness, whilst later in life, co-ordinating European research funded by the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC). Mick was Honorary Treasurer of IOM3 from 2008 until he stepped down from the role in 2020.

Patron of the Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining.

Graeme Davies made significant contributions to research in the solidification of metals and held key administrative posts in several prestigious UK higher educational institutions, combining a mastery of detail with good humour and outstanding managerial skills.

Ian Dillamore revolutionised the subject of texture in metals during his academic career and later went on to lead the formation of Doncasters plc. He was a recipient of the Institute's Platinum Medal and a stalwart of the Birmingham Metallurgical Association.

Sheila Wright was a pioneering female metallurgist in her time and one of the Institute’s longest standing women members.

David had a long career in the coal mining industry and was a former President of the Institution of Mining Electrical and Mining Mechanical Engineers (IMEMME)