The @iom3.bsky.social's Zanna Buckland spoke to Paragraf COO Tony Pearce, CDO Andy MacInnes and Technical Lead Rosie Baines Warburton for Materials World magazine about our Huntingdon manufacturing site and the future of graphene electronics. Read her full story at www.iom3.org/resource/one...

This Pride season, we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ members of our community and reaffirm our role in building a more inclusive and supportive profession across the materials, minerals and mining sectors. Find out more about #IOM3Pride group and how you can get involved 👇 iom3.info/4x4erqA

This #VolunteersWeek, we celebrate the incredible contributions of our volunteers across the Institute. Thank you to everyone who gives their time, dedication and expertise to support our community. Active Supporter & Volunteer Hub 👇 iom3.info/4ozUm5W

Our Chief Executive, Dr Colin Church CEnv FIMMM, joined a keynote discussion at the Annual Memcom Conference this morning on how membership organisations can prepare for a changing landscape. #Memcom2026

#InternationalCorrosionAwarenessDay Corrosion impacts safety & sustainability, making awareness essential to protecting assets and supporting cleaner technologies. Join us with the EFC, the Institute of Corrosion & DECHEMA at #EUROCORR2026 in Dublin, 6–10 Sept 2026. 👉 eurocorr2026.org/home/

Today, we celebrate inspiring girls and young women to explore futures in STEM and technology. Through #WIM3, IOM3 supports equality, representation and opportunity across materials, minerals and mining. Learn more about WIM3 👇 iom3.info/3QVOCYZ #GirlsInICT

Materials play a vital role in building a sustainable future. IOM3 is the global network for the materials cycle, promoting sustainability and greater circularity in the extraction, processing and use of natural resources. Learn more about our sustainability activity on #EarthDay: iom3.info/3OIkBLw

We're at the Royce National PhD Conference - say hello 👋 If you're in Manchester today and tomorrow, stop by to meet IOM3 Director of Membership Paul Skerry CEng FIMMM and Vice-Chair of the Student & Early Career Group Hannah Hilton-Tapp. #IOM3SECG

We're pleased to share that Dr Han Zhang CEng CSci FIMMM has been announced as the winner of the 2026 Beilby Medal. Congratulations! The Beilby Medal & Prize is awarded jointly in rotation by the Institute and by SCI® Where Science Meets Business. Read the full news release 👇 iom3.info/3PWD3QW

What does sustainable progress look like? The Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining shows how engineering in materials, manufacturing, and design drives change in industry, infrastructure, and environment. See more: https://ow.ly/uBh950YmmWj #Engineering #SustainabilityResearch #iom3journals

The Sustainable Future Awards are back, celebrating the people, projects and organisations driving the transition to a low‑carbon, resource‑efficient society. Entries close: 15 May 2026, 23:59 BST Find out more about the categories and enter 👇 iom3.info/4tin8L7 #IOM3SFA

🎧 New #IOM3Investigates podcast Dr Joan Heggie explores artist Viva Talbot’s rare wood engravings documenting the steel industry. Her journey, access to industrial sites, and legacy are fascinating. Listen now 👉 iom3.info/4c7HP6M

#IOM3Policy responds | UK Government #SteelStrategy IOM3 welcomes UK Steel Strategy and alignment with its consultation response. Read more 👇 iom3.info/3PikMNT

We're delighted to participate in the first celebration of International Day of Ceramics by highlighting a range of ceramics-related resources from Materials World magazine, IOM3 Journals, IOM3 Events and the IOM3 Ceramics Group on our blogs. Read more 👉 iom3.info/40YUZwr

Celebrate #BritishScienceWeek with #MaterialsWorld 🔭 British Science Week is an annual celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths and a great reminder of how these disciplines influence everything around us. Explore the latest open access content 👇 iom3.info/4s3Skh1

On the last day of #CharteredWeek, a huge thank you to the attendees of the Road to Chartership webinar and our Chartership podcast guests for participating. We also signed a joint letter to the Government, championing professional registration and chartership Read more 👉 iom3.info/4l17dOn

Two days to go before nominations close for the 2026 #IOM3Awards & Prizes ⏰ Deadline: 28 February 2026, 23:59 GMT 🎖️ Free to enter, with medals and cash prizes for selected winners. Find out more and nominate today 👉 iom3.info/4buZHZg

#CharteredWeek celebrates #RegisteredProfessionals and their commitment to setting standards of competence and leadership. We’ve brought the three awarding bodies together to share their insight on the importance of chartership. Take a look at what they have to say 👇 iom3.info/3QxfX0d

In the latest episode of #IOM3Investigates for #CharteredWeek, we discover the pathways to chartership and the role it plays in a professional, public-facing career. Listen to the episode 👉 iom3.info/4aRvjXc

We're pleased to be returning this year as one of the sponsors for @stemlgbtqyou.bsky.social. We look forward to supporting the event. Register below 👇

We welcome the statement from @raeng.org.uk, and our partner body, the Engineering Council, which includes a new fifth ethical principle that reflects the evolving landscape and the professional commitments that professionally registered engineers make to society. #CharteredWeek Read more 👇

To mark the beginning of #CharteredWeek 2026, we signed a joint message to the Government with 39 other licensed awarding bodies in the Chartered Alliance, on #chartered status and the trust, professional standards of conduct and competence that underpin it. Read the full letter👇 bit.ly/4r4amP6

Over the past year, a dedicated working group has reviewed and refreshed our mission and vision to make them clearer, outward looking and aligned with the values guiding our work across the materials, minerals & mining community. Discover our new mission & vision 👉 iom3.info/4kRrx4D #WeAreIOM3

This is the second year we’re supporting #CharteredWeek, celebrating the commitment of chartered professionals. To kick off the week, our Student & Early Career Committee will be holding a free webinar on the 'Road to Chartership' on 24 February. Register 👇 iom3.info/4tP7E2j

We’re partnering with EqualEngineers to create a more inclusive and safe engineering community. Together, we’ll support learning, opportunity and belonging across the sector. Read more 👉 iom3.info/4cgMd47 #InclusionInEngineering #EngineeringDiversity

#OnThisDay in 1894, Constance Tipper was born. Her groundbreaking Tipper Test transformed our understanding of steel brittleness in cold temperatures. Tipper’s determination and brilliance continue to inspire generations of scientists and engineers. Find out about #IOM3History 👇 iom3.info/4sLEFfp

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 👇 iom3.info/4kjeckC

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

#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 👇 iom3.info/4rpf3Uf

#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

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 👇 iom3.info/4aW8402

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

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

#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

🏆 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

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 👇 iom3.info/4pPvsAF

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.

#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

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.

#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

🏆 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

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 iom3.info/4pmlsy5 👇

#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

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. 👇 iom3.info/40stGuT

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.

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

We have two exciting opportunities to join the team: 1️⃣ Membership Administrator (full-time, permanent) 👉 iom3.info/4oyasgi 2️⃣ Licensed Activity Administrator (maternity cover, 12-month FTC) 👉 iom3.info/446kZYV Apply by 10 December. Email 📩 [email protected] #IOM3Jobs

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 @iom3.bsky.social @ucl.ac.uk

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

#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