AIM, founded in January 1946, is a cultural, nonprofit organization aimed at the dissemination of the science and technology of metallic and other materials for 'engineering. The purpose of the association is to foster, through its activities, exchanges of ideas and experiences among all those interested in the development and deepening of knowledge in the field of metallic materials with special emphasis on promoting meetings between manufacturers, users and researchers. AIM, in particular, is the reference body for the training and updating of operators in the metallurgical sector, with a wide range of courses and seminars, including those tailored to companies. Many of the initiatives organized combine face-to-face teaching with practical sessions in laboratories or visits to plants. In addition to face-to-face training, AIM offers, under the FaReTra brand, numerous initiatives that can be attended remotely either by live streaming or on-demand. The Association organizes several international conferences, thanks to collaborative relationships with European and international sister organizations. It publishes the monthly "La Metallurgia Italiana" and a rich technical series (volumes, e-books, proceedings and handouts). Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)