We are pleased to announce that the submissions for our 2026 Powder Metallurgy Thesis Competition is open. Through this competition, we aim to promote Powder Metallurgy among young scientists at European academic institutions and to encourage research at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Held since 1994, our thesis competition recognises excellence at both Masters and Doctorate levels. This year, the event is proudly sponsored and supported by HILTI.

All submissions will be judged by a panel of Powder Metallurgy experts from academia and industry.

Winners will receive €500 for the Diploma/Master’s category and €1,000 for the Doctorate/PhD category, along with complimentary registration to the Euro PM2026 Congress and Exhibition, courtesy of EPMA. Winners will also have the opportunity to present a 3‑minute summary of their thesis during the opening plenary session.

The application deadline is April 22, 2026. Those interested can submit their applications here.