Fostering joint research across partnering institutions by:
● Encouraging international and interdisciplinary collaborations between partnering researchers;● Providing access to research equipment;● Encouraging joint-supervision of postgraduate students;● Creating statements on research issues of national and international importance;● Promoting the development of young researchers in materials engineering in participating institutions;
Developing materials science and engineering as a career of choice for young people by:
● Identifying outstanding young students from all participating institutions as role models;● Formulation regulations to eliminate hindrances to participation in science and engineering for women, racial, ethnic or sexual minorities, and other under-represented groups;● Promoting mentorship and collaborations with internationally recognized researchers;● Recognizing future researchers in the field;
Creating a bridge between research in the developed and developing world by:
● Promoting science as an engine of economic development;● Building capacity for research innovation in developing countries;● Promoting exchange/research visits among participating members    

Training

ISNNAM promotes joint supervision of postgraduate students amongst the partnering institutions. Our Network also organises series of periodical physical and virtual trainings. These trainings include;