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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 the members of the Board of Directors - Alexander Leitner

FIRE stands out to me as a platform that brings people together to tackle real-world challenges in a collaborative and international way. It highlights how our field can evolve through shared knowledge, fresh perspectives, and a strong focus on future impact.

May 4, 2026
ECerS Refractory Network Webinar - 4th May - 14:00 PM CEST

The ECerS Refractory Network proudly presents its 3rd Webinar on 4th May 2026 at 14:00 PM CEST !

Apr 30, 2026

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