In 2019, the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining celebrated a special anniversary. It marked 150 years since the founding of the Iron and Steel Institute, an organization now encompassed by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining. The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, often abbreviated as IOM3, stands as a testament to the UK’s long history of innovation in materials science and engineering. Founded in 2002, the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining emerged from a merger between the Institute of Materials and the Institution of Mining and Metallurgy. This union brought together a rich legacy of expertise, solidifying IOM3’s position as a leading authority in the field. Today, the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining boasts a global membership of over 15,000 individuals. These members represent a diverse range of backgrounds within the materials, minerals, and mining sectors. From academics to industrialists, they all share a common commitment to advancing the understanding and application of materials science. The institute’s influence extends far beyond the UK. IOM3 actively promotes the development of materials science on an international scale. Through its various activities and initiatives, the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing among professionals worldwide. This global perspective is crucial in addressing pressing challenges related to materials sustainability, resource efficiency, and technological innovation.
Southfields Methodist Church
Curiosity stirred within the heart of Southfields as a new chapter began. Southfields Methodist Church held its first public service