Young Ceramics Networks
YCN Representative - UK
Vincent Mika
YCN representative for UK
Ph.D. student at the University of Manchester in the UK
I am Vincent Mika, a Ph.D. student at the University of Manchester in the UK. I am a first-year student in the field of ceramics and coatings, specialising in environmental barrier coatings (EBCs) and bond coats for jet engine applications. EBCs allow for the reduction in emissions in aircraft due to an increase in operating temperature and efficiency. Working under the supervision of Professor Ping Xiao, I aim to investigate the science behind the high-temperature oxidation, phase evolution, and microstructural development of novel and established EBC systems.
Before starting my Ph.D., I completed my Master’s with thesis and undergraduate degrees in materials science and engineering at Purdue University in the USA, working under the supervision of Professor Rodney Trice, developing novel high-temperature ceramic composites as well as completing thermomechanical and thermochemical analysis of EBC systems.
Last news
YCN Newsletter 31 - Event Overview - Ceramitec 2026 by YCN Committee member Petar Kotevski
YCN’s participation at ceramitec 2026 in Munich from 24th to 26th of March 2026, represented a key step in strengthening ties between young ceramic professionals, academia, and industry. The exhibition provided an international setting where research, innovation and industrial application converge, enabling meaningful engagements. Our main objective was to position YCN as an active interface connecting early-career professionals with industry leaders.
YCN Newsletter 31 - Research in Spot - Naser Hosseini
Interface Engineering: High-Temperature Interactions Between High-Entropy Ceramics and Metals.
My research explores high-temperature interactions between high-entropy ceramics (HECs) and metals, with a focus on joining strategies for extreme environments. By understanding how metals wet and react with these advanced ceramics, I aim to design reliable interfaces for applications such as composites, coatings, and ceramic joining with functional properties. This work contributes to improving the performance and durability of materials used in demanding industries such as energy, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing.
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