Prof. Paula M. Vilarinho, President of the Federation of European Materials Societies (FEMS), participated in the 3rd meeting of the European Commission's Technology Council for Advanced Materials, held on April 14 in Brussels. Her presence at this high-level forum...
The Federation of European Materials Societies (FEMS) community is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr Brett Suddell, former FEMS President (2016–2017), who passed away on 25 March 2026. Dr Suddell was a highly respected materials scientist and engineer,...
On 12 March, the Department of Materials Engineering and Ceramics (DEMAC) at the University of Aveiro hosted a successful event celebrating the International Day of Ceramics, bringing together students, researchers, and representatives from the ceramics sector. The...
Prof. Aldo R. Boccaccini, Immediate Past President of the Federation of European Materials Societies (FEMS), has been awarded the esteemed Doctor Honoris Causa by the Universidad Nacional de Cuyo (UNCuyo), Argentina. The honorary degree was presented on 18 March 2026...
Every year on 8 March, International Women’s Day invites the global scientific community to reflect, celebrate, and recommit to advancing women's rights. For materials science and engineering, it is a chance to recognise the contributions of women advancing the field...
Final opportunity to submit your abstract for FEMS Junior Euromat 2026!
The new submission deadline is 2 March 2026. Don’t miss out!
On 19 February 2026, the FEMS Board held its first meeting of the year — and the first under the presidency of Prof. Paula Vilarinho
In the framework of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Federation of European Materials Societies (FEMS) and the European Society of Biomaterials (ESB), FEMS is pleased to promote the 35th Annual Conference of the European Society of Biomaterials...
🎓 Why submit an abstract to FEMS Junior EUROMAT 2026? ✔ Present your research in an international scientific forum✔ Connect with peers and senior researchers from across Europe✔ Build collaborations and expand your professional network✔ Be part of a conference...
Partner Country 2026: Iberia (Spain & Portugal)
PSE 2026 will feature a dedicated Iberian symposium, a plenary lecture by Prof. AgustĂn RodrĂguez González-Elipe, and dedicated exhibition space for Iberian companies, highlighting the strong contribution of FEMS member societies SPM and SOCIEMAT.