Federation for International Refractory Research and Education
Alumni Students
In 2024, FIRE celebrated its 100th Student granted! We asked to 6 of them to share their experience and what FIRE brought them!
Video 1 - How was your FIRE experience?
Video 2 - What is fire to you?
Video 3 - What recommandations would you offer to future FIRE students?
Watch the full video here:
The list of the 100 students granted will be soon available on the website!
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Creating Opportunities for the Next Generation of Refractory Innovators - Chris Parr
As Chairman of FIRE - Federation for International Refractory Research & Education, I am often asked what led me to take on this role—and what keeps me driven every single day.
For me, the answer is simple: our industry’s future depends on young, world-class talent.
Highlight of FIRE Alumni - Mathilda Derensy - Institute of Mineral Resources Engineering, RWTH Aachen University - Germany
My interest in refractories began during my engineering studies in ceramics at ENSCI Limoges, when I discovered that the refractory specialisation offered an international research experience through the FIRE program. I quickly realised that refractories are far more complex and fascinating than simple bricks.
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