For over 100 years, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Materialkunde e.V. (German Materials Society) has represented the interests of its members. DGM has represented the interests of its members in the field of materials science and materials technology. It represents the interests of its members - as a guarantor for the continuous development of the field of materials science and engineering in terms of content, structure, and personnel.

Networking is at the heart of this. To this end, the DGM organizes a wide range of expert committee and working group meetings, events such as conferences, exhibitions, training courses, and events for young scientists.