IGNITE MSE at MS&T 2026
October 4-7, 2026 | Pittsburgh, PA
What is IGNITE MSE?
IGNITE MSE (International Gathering and Networking for Individuals to Explore Materials Science and Engineering) is a professional development program held in conjunction with the 2026 Material Science & Technology technical meeting.
The program is presented by the Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation (CGIF) in partnership with the President’s Council of Student Affairs of The American Ceramic Society (PCSA/ACerS) and is designed to support students pursuing careers in materials science and engineering. IGNITE MSE offers participants opportunities to engage with industry professionals and academic peers while exploring career pathways within the field.
Eligibility and Location
IGNITE MSE is open to undergraduate and graduate students registered for the MS&T 2026.
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IGNITE MSE Dates: October 5, 2026
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Location: David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule
Monday, October 5 at David L. Lawrence Convention Center
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8:30 - 9:00 AM: Check-in for IGNITE MSE
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9:00 - 11:30 AM: IGNITE MSE Professional Development Symposium
Guest Speakers
Caio Bragatto
Assistant Professor of Ceramic Engineering
Alfred University
Caio Bragatto is an Assistant Professor of Ceramic Engineering at Alfred University. Bragatto earned his B.S. degree in Industrial Chemistry from the Universidade de São Paulo (São Paulo, Brasil), and his Masters and Ph.D. degree in Materials Science and Engineering from the Universidade Federal de São Carlos (São Paulo, Brasil). Before being hired as an Assistant Professor, Bragatto worked as a research assistant at the Otto-Schott Institut für Materialwissenschaft (Thüringen, Germany). He specialized in ionic conductivity of glasses, focusing especially on unveiling the mechanisms behind the phenomena and working on a universal model to predict this property. Ionic conductive glasses are used mainly as electrolytes in solid-state batteries and sensors. To do so, Caio conducts both laboratory and computational experiments, complementing one part with the other.
Additional speakers will be announced soon. Check back for updates!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much does IGNITE MSE cost? - The IGNITE MSE professional development luncheon and workshop are free for students.
What attire is recommended for the workshop? - Business casual attire is recommended for the workshop.
Questions?
Contact Nathan at nmcIlwaine@ceramics.org.