Young Ceramics Networks
YCN Photo Contest 2019
Here are the results of the 2019 Photo Contest:
1. 
Paloma Almodóvar, Spain
Geraniums aren't just for Grandmas!
Hexagonal molybdenum oxide obtained by a chemical precipitation method and subsequently annealed at 120ºC. At this temperature the rods tend to merge together into "balls" (which constitute the "micro-geraniums" in this picture) to increase their size up to 5x20 microns.
2. 
Antoni Vinci, Italy
Crystal black hole
Carbon fibre fracture surface surrounded by zirconium carbide crystals.
3. 
Premysl Stastny, Czech Republic
Microflowers
Reprecipitated hydroxyapatite
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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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