The International Union of Materials Research Societies (IUMRS) is launching a new Global Materials Network (GMN). At an inaugural meeting of GMN, IUMRS will present a new conference, the International Conference of Young Researchers on Advanced Materials (ICYRAM), designed specifically with young researchers in mind. The conference, organized by MRS-Singapore, will be held on July 1–6, 2012 in Singapore.

The mission of ICYRAM is to provide a platform for materials researchers under the age of 40 to present technical findings of their research, to network within the international community of other young researchers, and to increase the breadth of their general materials-based knowledge. Participants will also have opportunities to seek the insight and advice of successful senior researchers through plenary sessions and instructive seminars. Panel sessions will be held in both small and large settings, for focused and general discussions. The aim is to create an environment for interaction and the exchange of perspectives across a broad range of materials-related topics.

The technical program will cover biomaterials and health care, energy and the environment, electronic materials, optical materials, magnetic and spintronic materials, and carbon-based materials.

To receive updates or participate in the development of ICYRAM, visit www.mrs.org.sg/icyram2012.