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The global network advancing materials, minerals and mining through innovation and excellence for an inclusive, sustainable and circular future.

Many disciplines
One community
Shaping the future
#WeAreIOM3
We're celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month.

Our member network - IOM3 Pride Group is a voluntary committee whose goal is to achieve equality of opportunity for LGBTQ+ identifying IOM3 members.

Find out more about #IOM3Pride Group and join us 👇
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IOM3Pride Group
Raising awareness and supporting equality of opportunity for LGBTQIA+ identifying IOM3 members.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Nominations are open for the 2026 #IOM3Awards & Prizes

Know someone making an impact in materials, minerals or mining? Nominate them to celebrate excellence.

⏰ Deadline: 28 February 2026, 23:59 GMT
🎖️ Free to enter, with medals and cash prizes for selected winners

Find out more 👉 iom3.info/4buZHZg
January 27, 2026 at 1:50 PM
#ADM3 | Ably Different in Materials, Minerals & Mining Group (ADM3)

We're pleased to welcome the new chair of ADM3 - Animesh Anand MIMMM.

Read the full news release 👇
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Welcoming the new Chair of ADM3
Animesh Anand MIMMM was elected Chair of the Ably Different in Materials, Minerals & Mining (ADM3) Group.
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January 21, 2026 at 1:34 PM
#OnThisDay in 1813, Sir Henry Bessemer was born in Charlton, Hertfordshire, England.

The Bessemer Room in IOM3 London is named in his honour. Learn more about the room and our venue 👉 iom3.info/45hNfbA

Find out more about #IOM3History 👉 iom3.info/4sLEFfp
January 19, 2026 at 10:55 AM
As a member of IOM3, you can join a host of communities in your local area.

IOM3 President Christine Blackmore CEnv CSci FIMMM writes on the importance of our Affiliated Local Societies (ALS) and how they help strengthen the Institute.

Read the blog 👇
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Strengthening our Institute through Affiliated Local Societies
IOM3 President Christine Blackmore CEnv CSci FIMMM writes about the importance of our Affiliated Local Societies (ALS)
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January 12, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Want to access world-class materials, minerals and mining research? 📃

#IOM3Journals publishes 16 research journals in partnership with @sagepub.com , as part of our commitment to sharing knowledge in materials, minerals and mining.

Our portfolio 👉 iom3.info/3LaefDb
January 9, 2026 at 12:50 PM
Nominations are open for the 2026 #IOM3Awards & Prizes

Know someone making an impact in materials, minerals or mining? Nominate them to celebrate excellence.

⏰ Deadline: 28 February 2026, 23:59 GMT
🎖️ Free to enter, with medals and cash prizes for selected winners

Find out more 👉 iom3.info/4buZHZg
January 8, 2026 at 1:49 PM
#IOM3Library welcomes you back in 2026 📚

Our Institute's history goes back more than 150 years.

In this time, the IOM3 Library has housed several texts, reports, journals and a heritage collection.

Explore the IOM3 Library 👉 iom3.info/4h1EBRq
January 7, 2026 at 10:49 AM
🏆 2026 #IOM3Awards & Prizes are open

Know someone making a difference in materials, minerals or mining?

Nominate them and help recognise achievement across our profession

⏰ Deadline: 28 Feb 2026, 23:59 GMT
🎖️Free to enter, with many awards open to all

Submit your entry 👉 iom3.info/4sb3pNW
January 6, 2026 at 11:59 AM
Reflecting on #M3P3, two days of open conversations, learning and collaboration across materials, minerals and mining.

Thanks to everyone who joined us.

Read more and listen to our latest #IOM3Investigates podcast 👇

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M3P3 2025: bringing our communities together
A look back at M3P3 and how our communities came together
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December 24, 2025 at 12:50 PM
As the year comes to a close, we would like to extend our gratitude to the IOM3 community. 👏

Please note that our offices will close on 24 December at 1:00pm and reopen on 2 January.

We wish you a restful festive season and a happy New Year.
December 24, 2025 at 9:07 AM
#IOM3SECG | Celebrating 20 Years of #YPWLC

This year, we celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Young Persons' World Lecture Competition online, spotlighting previous winners of the competition.

Where are the winners today? Find out more about them 👉 iom3.info/3KVHVUp
Young Persons' World Lecture Competition celebrates 20 years
2025 will mark two decades of the early career researchers and students' participation in YPWLC.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:15 AM
As the year comes to a close and we prepare for the holiday season, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the IOM3 community.

Please note that our offices will close on Wednesday, 24 December at 1 pm and reopen on Friday, 2 January 2026.
December 22, 2025 at 3:03 PM
#IOM3Investigates - wrapping up 2025! 🎙️
This year, we published 12 podcast episodes and covered topics from challenges in the mining industry to advice for early-career professionals in the industry.

We're pleased to share with you our top 3 podcasts of 2025!
Listen at 👉 iom3.info/4p7Rq0K
December 22, 2025 at 10:49 AM
🏆 2026 #IOM3Awards & Prizes are open

Know someone making a difference in materials, minerals or mining?

Nominate them and help recognise achievement across our profession

⏰ Deadline: 28 Feb 2026, 23:59 GMT
🎖️Free to enter, with many awards open to all

Submit your entry 👉 iom3.info/4sb3pNW
December 19, 2025 at 5:14 PM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a year of progress at IOM3

From launching our first #M3P3 event to growing member engagement, policy impact and #WeAreIOM3, this year has been shaped by our community

Thank you to our members, volunteers and staff

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IOM3 2025 End of Year Review
As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on a year of progress and connection across the Institute
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December 19, 2025 at 10:32 AM
#IOM3Journals 2025 highlights 🎉

1️⃣ International Materials Reviews
2️⃣ Materials Science & Technology
3️⃣ Interdisciplinary Science Reviews
4️⃣ Ironmaking & Steelmaking
5️⃣ Science & Technology of Welding & Joining

Members get free access to all 16 IOM3 journals plus 70+ more via @journals.sagepub.com
December 17, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Many disciplines. One community. Shaping the future.

#WeAreIOM3 celebrates who we are, what we do and why it matters.

Across 22 Technical Communities, we share stories from across materials, minerals and mining.

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We are IOM3
Many disciplines. One community. Shaping the future.
iom3.info
December 12, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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This project was produced as part of the work programme for Green Alliance’s Circular Economy Task Force. Members include Zero Waste Scotland, @wrap-ngo.bsky.social, SUEZ UK, CIWM, Kingfisher and INCPEN, with support from @iom3.bsky.social.
December 8, 2025 at 8:15 AM
On #InternationalVolunteerDay, we thank our 650+ Active Supporters & Volunteers. From mentoring and training to shaping events and policy, your contributions make a lasting impact in materials, minerals and mining. We’re truly grateful!

ASV Hub 👉 iom3.info/4ozUm5W
December 5, 2025 at 9:49 AM
We have two exciting opportunities to join the team:

1️⃣ Membership Administrator (full-time, permanent)
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2️⃣ Licensed Activity Administrator (maternity cover, 12-month FTC)
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Apply by 10 December. Email 📩 recruitment@iom3.org

#IOM3Jobs
Membership Administrator
IOM3 is the leading membership organisation for the materials, minerals and mining sectors. This new role will provide administrative support to the Membership Process and Membership Development teams...
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December 4, 2025 at 12:47 PM
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Delighted to share our MSc programmes at @UCL_IMD have successfully hosted the #iom3 accreditation panel! 🎉 Grateful for the panel's constructive feedback & my exceptional colleagues' efforts. Looking forward to future collaboration for greater impact. #MaterialsScience
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December 2, 2025 at 7:22 PM
This #GivingTuesday, we're grateful to our volunteers and community for their continued generosity and commitment in helping us bring value to the industry in all that we do.

Find out more about our history and the Education and Outreach Trust 👉 iom3.info/3XuGvmy
December 2, 2025 at 10:41 AM
#IOM3Policy | Autumn Budget

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlined her economic priorities in the 2025 Autumn Budget yesterday.

We cover the essentials of what this means for our members and the wider community.

Read the key takeaways 👉 iom3.info/4is2291
November 27, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Director of Membership, Paul Skerry CEng FICE FCInstCES FIMMM and Membership Development Manager, Jamie Graham (MIMMM) are at ABMEC Conference.

It's great to meet professionals in our community and discuss their goals in #ProfessionalRegistration & #Training.

If you're around, stop by our stand 👋
November 27, 2025 at 9:44 AM