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Welcome

Welcome to the IMS, the Society with an international reputation in the field of masonry literature, the dissemination of research and current thinking, as well as the organising of meetings, seminars and symposia.

NB: The 11th International Masonry Conference 2026 the deadline for submission of papers has been extended to 12th January 2026
see link IMC 2026.

News

2025 Ken Fisher Postgraduate Student Awards still open for entries

Applications for the International Masonry Society Student Project Awards 2025 are still open but will close on 31 January 2026.The International Masonry Society invites...

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Webinar series – for and by IMS members

The next in the series of webinars for and by IMS members will cover the topic of: 'Why Masonry is the solution to address Climate Change and Building Safety' The webinar will...

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Introducing The Masonry Association of Great Britain

The Masonry Association of Great Britain (MAGB) was launched in early 2025 under the leadership of industry expert Eve Livett, with a mission to unite the masonry supply chain...

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New IMS Editorial Board

IMS proudly announces the new editorial board of the International Masonry Society: Executive Editor: Prof. G.A. Parsekian (Brazil) - parsekian@ufscar.br Commissioning Editor:...

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Lower Carbon Masonry Design Strategies

The Masonry Society is finalizing a new issue of TMS Responds focused on practical ways to design lower carbon masonry buildings. From smarter material choices to innovative...

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