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Feb 3, 2026

Highlight of FIRE Alumni - Mariana de Albuquerque L. Braulio - Brasil

FIRE internship was my first experience abroad.

It brought me the opportunity to understand how University (Orleans) and industry (Tata Steel) operate in Europe, expanding not only my knowledge on refractories but also my global network. Consequently, I had the chance to found my own consulting company, being initially supported by research projects in partnership with important FIRE members, such as Imerys and Elkem. I may also recognize that Federal University of São Carlos played a key role on opening the doors and promoting my development on the refractory area. It is certainly a win-win environment, that improves the overall quality of the refractory market.

    

 

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Highlight of FIRE Alumni - Maria Campos - Tata Steel Nederland

My journey in the world of refractories began in the second year of my undergraduate studies, when I joined GEMM, the laboratory of Professor Victor Pandolfelli. That early experience sparked a passion that has guided me for more than ten years and brought me to the other side of the world.

Feb 17, 2026
ECerS Refractory Network Webinar - 9th March - 14:00 PM CET

The ECerS Refractory Network proudly presents its 2nd Webinar organized in connection with the International Women's Day (8th March) :

"Across Borders, Beyond Barriers: Women in the Ceramic Sector"

ECerS Refractory Network & Women@Refractories

Feb 17, 2026

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