Materials are constantly evolving in order to meet the increasingly demanding and varied needs of industry and society. Research on materials conducted at IMT schools seeks to anticipate these needs and provide innovative solutions.

This research addresses major industrial challenges by working on high-performance materials that meet the demanding requirements imposed by new functions, the operation of systems in extreme conditions, miniaturization and lighter structures, while seeking to develop new forms of technological objects. Moreover, research in this area contributes to ecological transition by working on innovative solutions based on eco-materials. This research area includes studies on minimizing materials’ environmental footprint by using bio-sourced components, limiting embodied energy and responsible end-of-life management.

To tackle these challenges, IMT schools have a broad range of expertise across the major categories of materials (ceramics, metals, composites, polymers, biomaterials etc.).