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ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today that Dr. Dambisa F. Moyo, founder and chief executive officer of Mildstorm, LLC, has been elected to 3M’s Board of Directors,...

Second-Quarter Highlights: Sales of $8.4 billion, up 7.4 percent year-on-year Organic local-currency sales growth of 5.6 percent; growth in all business groups and all geographic areas GAAP EPS of...

Every IV catheter poses potential for serious and costly complications, including those occurring from commonly used peripheral intravenous (PIV) catheters. According to a recent survey of 650...

3M Food Safety has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) for pathogen detection instruments and kits. The award makes the 3M™

Enabling asphalt shingles and other residential and commercial granulated roofing materials to become smog-fighting surfaces At 3M, we use science every day to improve lives and help solve...

Ten Young Inventors Compete for $25,000 and the Title of ‘America’s Top Young Scientist’ in the Nation’s Premier Science Competition Young minds dream big, and when given the opportunity,...

Seven-year agreement brings the world’s top golfers to TPC Twin Cities 3M and the PGA TOUR today announced an agreement to bring an official PGA TOUR event to the Twin Cities beginning in 2019....

3M today announced it has expanded its lineup of advanced adhesives for medical devices with the addition of 3M™ Single Coated Medical Extended Wear Adhesive Nonwoven Tape on Liner (3M™ 4077),...

“Human Factors and the Future of Infection Prevention” uncovers challenges, optimism about preventing healthcare-associated infections A recent survey of infection preventionists found that...

3M today announced that it has completed the sale of substantially all of its Communication Markets Division to Corning Incorporated, for approximately $870 million, before closing and other...

3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor event: Deutsche Bank’s 9 th Annual Global Industrials & Materials Summit on Wednesday, June 6, 2018. Nick Gangestad, senior vice president...

Building on its decades-long record of sustainability leadership, 3M announced today that it has formed the Sustainability and Product Stewardship Organization. The organization will be led by Dr....

3M announced today that Mojdeh Poul is appointed executive vice president, Safety and Graphics Business Group, effective July 1, 2018. Poul will replace Frank Little, who has announced his...

3M Chairman of the Board, President and CEO Inge G. Thulin today highlighted 3M’s strong performance in 2017 while expressing confidence in the company’s future. Thulin addressed 3M’s 2018...

The 3M Board of Directors (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company’s common stock of $1.36 per share for the second quarter of 2018, payable June 12, 2018, to shareholders of record...

3M Glass Bubbles S32HS breaks the density barrier in SMCs at <1.0 g/cc, enabling the potential to replace metal components. National Plastics Expo, Booth #S27153 – As automotive manufacturers...

Advanced sound quality and comfort will help clinicians improve patient care and help increase compliance Leading healthcare organizations recommend single-patient stethoscopes be used for...

Faster readout time helps facilities streamline workflow and provide higher standard of care to patients Sterilization departments are on the front line of defense in the fight against surgical...

First-Quarter Highlights: Sales of $8.3 billion, up 7.7 percent year-on-year Organic local-currency sales growth of 2.8 percent; growth across all business groups GAAP EPS of $0.98, down 55...

3M Food Safety today announced it has completed the integration of Elution Technologies, a Vermont-based manufacturer of test kits that enable food and beverage processors to test their products...

“Wonder beyond Imagination” features the kaleidoscopic possibilities of 3M DI-NOC architectural finishes driven by curiosity. As designers, architects and creative professionals arrive in...

Engineering students from North Dakota State University win design challenge to build a container for emergency relief supplies using chemical bonding and adhesive solutions Engineering students...

Contribution will benefit new UN Road Safety Trust Fund 3M has pledged support as a founding donor to a newly established United Nations Road Safety Trust Fund. The science and technology company...

The Filtrete Smart Air Filter pairs with Dash Replenishment to automatically reorder air filters, so you won’t run out Filtrete™ Smart Air Filters, the first-ever Bluetooth®-enabled HVAC air...

Student teams from four universities compete in real-life test of engineering solutions designed to improve humanitarian aid delivery Who has what it takes to solve a sticky design problem, using...

3M announced today that Kristen Ludgate is appointed senior vice president, Human Resources, effective July 1, 2018. Ludgate has broad experience in all aspects of human resource practices, along...

3M announced today that Sarah Grauze is appointed treasurer and vice president, Finance, effective July 1, 2018. Grauze is currently assistant treasurer and finance director, a position she has...

The 3M Molecular Detection System now gives poultry producers a complete food safety solution 3M Food Safety today announced its new 3M™ Molecular Detection Assay 2 – Campylobacter with 3M™...

2018-03-11_OCP_Data_Driven_BACKGROUNDER_v3 3M experts say immersion cooling addresses data centers’ energy efficiency challenges As data grows exponentially, so does its environmental footprint....

Nobel Laureates inspire students and researchers about the future of science Working together to inspire students and the next generation of scientists, 3M and Nobel Media are bringing Nobel...

Almost half of global respondents are skeptical or indifferent to science – however, optimism and expectations for the future of science overall remain high Science needs a champion. This is the...

Michael Roman Appointed 3M Chief Executive Officer; Inge Thulin Appointed 3M Executive Chairman of the Board 3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today that Michael F. Roman is appointed chief executive...

3M opened a new Innovation Center in Washington, D.C. at its offices near the Capitol to showcase how 3M science is solving some of today's biggest challenges. The Center highlights solutions for...

Today, 3M and the State of Minnesota reached a resolution of the State’s lawsuit against 3M related to certain PFCs present in the environment. Under the terms of the settlement, 3M and the...

The Ethisphere Institute today recognized 3M for ethics and integrity in business conduct and compliance for the fifth straight year. 3M is one of only a handful of industrial companies worldwide...

The 3M Board of Directors (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company’s common stock of $1.175 per share for the first quarter of 2017, an increase of 6 percent over the quarterly...

New 3M Petrifilm Rapid E. coli/Coliform Count Plate saves time in testing, enables food processors to release their products from inventory faster 3M Food Safety today introduces the 3M™...

3M and 3Shape announced their intention to work together to advance the field of orthodontics through digital workflows supporting indirect bonding, clear aligners and other emerging digital...

3M’s Transportation Safety Roadshow brings an interactive experience on road infrastructure technologies - such as reflective signage, license plates, and wet-reflective pavement markings – to...

Company Marks 60 Consecutive Years of Dividend Increases The 3M Board of Directors (NYSE: MMM) today declared a dividend on the company’s common stock of $1.36 per share for the first quarter of...

Board Approves 16 Percent Increase in First-Quarter 2018 Dividend Fourth-Quarter Highlights: Sales of $8.0 billion, up 9.0 percent year-on-year Organic local-currency sales growth of 6.0 percent;...

Consumers emphasize importance of company privacy and security practices Organizations are under increasing scrutiny – both from regulators and consumers – to proactively protect the privacy...

News follows company’s clearance for 24-minute VH202 BI received in July Goal is to enhance patient safety by making it easy to monitor every load 3M announced today its submission for 510(k)...

Filtrete™ Smart Air Filters will be available for purchase beginning spring 2018 Hands-on CES media demo available at Filtrete booth 40358 in the Smart Home Marketplace Exhibit at Sands, Halls...

3M and 3M Innovative Properties Co. filed a patent infringement lawsuit in federal district court in Wilmington, Del., today against Elo Touch Solutions Inc. The suit alleges that certain Elo...

3M’s Find My Adhesive product selector tool to debut at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Adhesives play a critical role in the success of a medical device, whether it’s holding the device...

3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor event: Fourth-quarter 2017 earnings conference call on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018, at 8 a.m. CST. The earnings call can be accessed at (800)...

At today’s annual outlook meeting in New York City, 3M Chairman of the Board, President and CEO Inge Thulin will announce that the company is expecting another strong performance in 2018. Thulin...

3M today announced that it has entered into agreements related to the sale of substantially all of its Communication Markets Division to Corning Incorporated, for $900 million, subject to closing...

3M Contributions to U of M’s Driven Campaign Reach $26 Million 3M and the University of Minnesota today announced a major investment by 3M to benefit the next generation of scientists, engineers...