Professional societies

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At the UNSW School of Materials Science and Engineering, we are associated with various professional societies. Some encompass broad materials disciplines, while others focus on specific areas.

Professional societies are an excellent source of information in your chosen field. They host networking events and provide invaluable connections for career advancement. Many of our staff are members of one or more societies. Below, you will find links to the Australian and international societies with which we are associated.

AUSTRALIA

Engineers Australia (EA), opens in a new window Australia's recognised organisation for accreditation of professional engineering qualifications under the Washington Accord.

Materials Australia (MA), opens in a new window A key society for materials engineers and scientists, focusing on materials innovation, manufacturing, and research.

The Australian Ceramic Society (ACS), opens in a new window Promotes the study and understanding of ceramics, including their science, engineering, and industrial applications.

Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM), opens in a new window Focuses on metallurgy and materials for mining applications.

Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI), opens in a new window RACI supports research and innovation in materials chemistry and polymer science.

Australasian Society for Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering (ASBTE), opens in a new window The primary professional society in Australia dedicated to biomaterials, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.

Australasian Corrosion Association (ACA), opens in a new window Focuses on the protection of materials from corrosion through research, education, and advocacy.

Australian Microscopy and Microanalysis Society (AMMS), opens in a new window Focuses on microscopy and microanalysis, techniques vital in materials characterisation.

USA

Materials Research Society (MRS), opens in a new window Focuses on promoting interdisciplinary research in materials science, with an emphasis on connecting academia, industry, and government.

The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS), opens in a new window A professional society for materials scientists and engineers focused on the minerals, metals, and materials industries.

American Ceramic Society (ACerS), opens in a new window A leading society for ceramic materials, with focus areas including structural ceramics, glass, and ceramic composites.

American Physical Society (APS), opens in a new window The largest and most prominent physics society in the United States, promoting the advancement of physics through research, publications, and outreach.

American Chemical Society (ACS), opens in a new window One of the largest global networks for polymer chemists and engineers.

 

UK & EUROPE

The Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining (IoM3), opens in a new window A global professional engineering institution dedicated to promoting the advancement of materials, minerals, and mining engineering.

European Ceramic Society (ECerS), opens in a new window A federation of national ceramic societies in Europe, promoting ceramics research and development.

European Society for Biomaterials (ESB), opens in a new window Focuses on biomaterials and their applications, including healthcare and biotechnology.

ASIA

Japan Institute of Metals and Materials (JIM), opens in a new window One of Japan’s oldest and most prominent materials societies, focusing on metallic materials, ceramics, semiconductors, and nanomaterials.

Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), opens in a new window Promotes the study and application of metallurgical science and materials engineering, particularly in the context of India's growing industrial base.

Chinese Society for Metals (CSM), opens in a new window A leading organisation for metallurgy and materials science in China.