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Metal Oxide Evergreen.

Oxide materials were present far before people learned to use their special properties through new technologies, in just a blink of time, which is modern history as we know it. Metal oxides are usually defined as electrical and thermal insulators, chemically stable in harsh environments. Shaped in form of 1D particles, two-dimensional thin films or nanostructured 3D materials, they unlock much more for application in electronic, sensors, photocatalysis and advanced mechanically tough materials.

Participating in the 16th ECerS Conference for Young Scientists in Ceramics was an enriching and highly rewarding experience. I had the opportunity to attend the entire event, which offered an excellent overview of current research trends and technological advances in the field of ceramics. The conference environment encouraged dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange among young researchers from different countries and backgrounds.

The 16th Conference for Young Scientists in Ceramics took place in Novi Sad, Serbia from October 15-18, 2025.

From Calcium Phosphates to Smart Regenerative Materials: Designing the Next Generation of Bone Biomaterials.

“My research focuses on calcium phosphate biomaterials, bioactive glass-modified bone cements, and biomimetic scaffolds for bone regeneration. I investigate how material properties shape cell behaviour in vitro, and my aim is to develop smarter and more sustainable materials that can support bone regeneration."

Crystal Growth of ZnO and Its Role in Environmental Remediation

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MetaboNet: A Scientific, Flexible, and Reliable Partner in Metabolomics and Small-Molecule Analysis.

MetaboNet is a spin-off from Riga Technical University (RTU), founded in 2023 by two of the university’s leading researchers: assoc. prof. Kristaps Klavins and prof. Janis Ločs.

Using metabolites in antimicrobial materials for bone regeneration? 

You can now apply to the YCN Representative position here! before January 9, 2026 (extended deadline).

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit a one-page A4 motivation letter along with your CV via email to info@ecers.org before December 12, 2025

The 69th Brazilian Congress of Ceramics (CBC) was held from June 15 to 18, 2025, in the sunny city of Natal, Brazil. Near the warm waters of Ponta Negra beach, the event hosted 228 participants, most of whom were students and young researchers, which contributed to the warm and engaging atmosphere of the conference.

From Soft Emulsions to Hard Ceramics: A Polymer-Derived Route to Porous Silicates.

Snakeleev: learning the periodic table through play

Snakeleev is an open-source educational game designed to make learning the periodic table interactive and enjoyable. Inspired by the classic Snake game, it replaces apples with chemical elements.

Bridging Tradition and Technology: Developing Printable Ceramics for the Next Generation of Materials.

My name is Thiago Wisley, and I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering at the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), located in the state of São Paulo, Brazil.

"My academic journey in the field of ceramics has been diverse and deeply engaging."

3D-printing of self-supporting monolithic solid-oxide cells (SOCs)

Solid Oxide Cells (SOCs) are all-solid-state electrochemical devices that directly convert chemical energy into electrical energy and vice versa, allowing them to operate interchangeably in both Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) and Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cells (SOECs) modes.

I have created my company, named KAKUSHIN, in 2021 and I am providing industrial companies with some consultancy services. Unfortunately, this is not enough to understand what my real job is, so before explaining it with more details, the best is to start with a brief overview of my background and history.

MXene Stability and Potential Strategies for Its Improvement

MXenes are nanometer-thin 2D ceramics with acarbide or nitride core and oxygen, hydroxyl, or halogen surface terminations. Many of them have excellent environmental stability, especially after processing into films or coatings, but some slowly degrade when exposed to the environment and may need protection.

Why Crystal Structure Matters: Decoding the Performance of Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials

In the world of calcium phosphate biomaterials, crystal structure is often the silent driver behind a material’s success—or failure. Whether we are developing bone graft substitutes or studying bioceramic interactions at the tissue interface, understanding the underlying crystal lattice isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.

High Entropy Oxides: Materials of the Future for Extreme Environments

Imagine a material that can withstand rocket engine temperatures, resist the harshest chemical environments, and at the same time enhance battery performance — this is the promise of high entropy oxides (HEOs).

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit a one-page A4 motivation letter along with your CV via email to ycn@ecers.org.

Women in Science: A Legacy of Resilience and Innovation

Throughout history, women in science have faced numerous challenges, yet their contributions have shaped the world as we know it. From Marie Curie, the first woman to receive a Nobel Prize, to Mileva Marić Einstein, a brilliant physicist whose role in early theories of relativity is still discussed, women have continually pushed the boundaries of knowledge despite societal obstacles.

On 9 September 2024, I had the privilege of participating in the Hans-Walter Hennicke Lecture Competition as part of CERAMICS 2024, held in Höhr-Grenzhausen at the WesterWaldCampus of the Koblenz University of Applied Science. The region around Koblenz was not entirely foreign to me, as my two older siblings were born in nearby Lahnstein. I still remember going to the Deutsches Eck and the fortress Ehrenbreitstein when I was a child. The fortress was the place where the conference dinner and award ceremony later took place.

The “CERAMICS 2024” was the 99th annual conference of the “Deutsche Keramische Gesellschaft e.V.“ (German ceramic society/DKG), hosted by the WesterWaldCampus in Höhr-Grenzhausen and the University of Applied Sciences in Koblenz (HAW Koblenz) from 9th to 11th September 2024. The conference is open to all scientists in the field of ceramics and includes presentations about recent developments. It is a great opportunity to engage in discourse, exchange knowledge, and establish new connections.

Manufacturing process of tin-opacified glazes from the Italian Renaissance: An insight on Della Robbia’s family production.

Enhancing sintering technology of transparent Nd3+:YAG, Sm3+:YAG ceramics for novel laser applications

Glass-Ceramics from Basalt: Sustainable Materials for the Future

My research involves the synthesis of basalt-based glass-ceramics, where mine tailings and a steel wire mesh will be incorporated as composites to improve mechanical properties.