ASM: The Global Hub for Materials Science & Engineering
Experience multiple high-impact conferences in a single, immersive event designed for materials science and engineering professionals. Connect with industry leaders, academia and government innovators and customers to drive the future forward.
This premier gathering is your one-stop destination for leading-edge training, networking, and business opportunities across all market segments.
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Check out what’s new and what’s next.
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IMAT is the place to be if you’re part of the material science industry.
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Expert Led Presentations
Hear from the best minds in the industry.
IMAT (International Materials, Applications, and Technologies)
ASM Annual Meeting is the central gathering for ASM’s leadership, members, partners and customers from around the globe in the field of materials science and engineering. Backed by more than 114 years of leadership and innovation, ASM has built a legacy of quality, trust, and service to the global materials community. This flagship event brings together top professionals, innovators, and decision-makers to engage in strategic discussions, celebrate achievements, and shape the future of materials engineering. With a focus on real-world applications, ASM continues to educate and empower the community to solve today’s toughest materials challenges.
One Location. Multiple Experiences.
Failure Analysis Society (FAS)
Failure Analysis, organized by the Failure Analysis Society (FAS), brings together experts to converge and explore the critical role of failure analysis in materials science. With 100+ technical presentations, expert-led discussions, and interactive panels, this must-attend program delivers the latest insights into failure prevention, product reliability, and engineering best practices. Highlighted sessions include case studies and investigations on aerospace failures, the root causes of fatigue & fracture failures and cutting-edge tools and techniques for failure and detection. Whether you are in manufacturing, aerospace, energy, or R&D, this program provides unparalleled insights to enhance performance and mitigate risk.
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International Metallographic Society (IMS)
Metallography, organized by the International Metallographic Society (IMS), brings together experts in materials characterization and microstructural analysis through metallography, image analysis, and mechanical testing. As a leading professional community dedicated to the study of metal microstructures, IMS provides a premier platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration, advancing the understanding of material properties and behavior at the microscopic level through conferences, publications, and education. Join us at IMAT, where IMS members and guests are warmly invited to connect, share insights, and engage with the broader materials science community.
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Thermal Spray Society (TSS)
The ASM Thermal Spray Society (TSS) connects professionals advancing thermal spray and surface engineering technologies. The program features joint sessions with Additive Manufacturing and Powder-Based Surface Engineering, along with a dedicated session on Coating and Hardfacing Technologies, including Thermal Spray, Cold Spray, Laser Cladding, and Weld Overlay Coatings. The North American Cold Spray Conference (NACSC) will also be co-located with IMAT, offering additional opportunities to explore advancements in cold spray technology. TSS provides a platform for learning, networking, and sharing innovations in coatings, microstructures, and emerging surface engineering techniques.
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Heat Treating Society
The ASM Heat Treating Society (HTS) brings together professionals advancing heat treatment and thermal processing technologies through education, collaboration, and technical exchange. Heat Treat will be co-located with IMAT, creating opportunities for attendees to connect across materials science, manufacturing, and thermal processing
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Shape Memory & Superelastic Technologies (SMST)
Medical & Biomaterials, organized by the Shape Memory and Superelastic Society (SMST), the foremost authority on the technical properties and uses of nitinol and other shape memory alloys will focus on driving delivered patient value.
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Electronic Device Failure Analysis Society
Electronic Device Failure Analysis Society (EDFAS) mission is to foster education and communication in the failure analysis community working for the technology advancement and the improved performance and reliability of devices and materials for the electronics industry.
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ASM International: Emerging Professionals
IMAT will introduce students and emerging professionals to a variety of premier technical programming, competitions, and social events. Come and network with leaders in the industry, expand your career, knowledge, and connections with several opportunities. ASM is offering 100 travel grants to assist student attendees, along with complimentary registration for those presenting papers or participating in competitions.
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Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP)
This program is led by experts from the world’s largest global community dedicated to corrosion and coatings – Association for Materials Protection and Performance. This forum will explore three critical areas shaping material-environment interactions: coatings, corrosion, and advanced materials for harsh environments. Learn how optimization can extend component lifespan, reduce long-term costs, enhance operational efficiency, and support sustainability goals, including emissions reduction.
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