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Monday Nov 28, 2022
Monday Nov 28, 2022
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https://youtu.be/6tN2ggPd0hM
Do you want to hear a CEO describe their entrepreneurial journey? Do you want to hear where lithium comes from, and how lithium extraction technology will grow? Do you want to know how to contribute MSE knowledge to future lithium extraction?
In today’s episode we welcome our guest, Teague Egan, current CEO and founder of EnergyX. With him, we discussed:
🔹️ What Teague led to start EnergyX.
🔹 Describe the current lithium extraction processes and how is EnergyX working to address the shortcomings of these processes.
🔹 Describe the EnergyX’s overall strategy.
🔹 What does EnergyX look for in materials scientists & engineers, and how could a potential MSE distinguish themselves in your company’s eyes.
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
For more information on Meta Materials Inc., visit their site and check out their careers page.
https://metamaterial.com/careers/
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#materialsscience #batteries #lithium #energyx #lithiumbattery
Monday Nov 21, 2022
Monday Nov 21, 2022
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Do you want to hear about the uses of computational modeling for use in forging? What about the role that 3D printing & Additive Manufacturing play in the future of forging? If you’re looking to start your own journey in forging, bladesmithing, or blacksmithing, then this episode is for you!
In today’s episode we welcome today’s guest, Patrick Nowak, current Plant Metallurgist at Scot Forge. With him, we discussed:
🔹️ What exactly does Scot Forge do and the process of forging.
🔹 Why does the metallurgy discipline of materials science matter?
🔹 What is the future of forging looks like?
🔹 Advice to students that are interested in doing their own metallurgy, but who lack the tools, lab space/safety training, and maybe the metallurgical knowledge to get good results.
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
For more information on Meta Materials Inc., visit their site and check out their careers page.
https://metamaterial.com/careers/
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#shorts #materialsscience #porex #plastics #porousplastics
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Porex is a company dedicated to developing innovative porous materials solutions for healthcare, consumer, and industrial applications. Porex continues to excel as a global leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced porous solutions.
In today’s episode we welcome today’s guest, Robert Kiblinger, Product Development Engineer and Lab Manager at Porex. With him, we discussed:
🔹️The different types of polymers that fall under this category of “porous” and what structure-property relationships come from this group of plastics.
🔹 What kind of functionality can the design into the porous plastic to make it function?
🔹 How porous plastics can carve a niche within this take-home diagnostics space in the future?
🔹Advice to students who was still figuring things out in terms of what options are available to them as an MSE.
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
For more information on Meta Materials Inc., visit their site and check out their careers page.
https://metamaterial.com/careers/
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#materialsscience #porex #plastics #porousplastics
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Monday Nov 07, 2022
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https://youtu.be/iuwcpJblblM
Do you want to know how certain petroleum-based polymers can be phased out? Would you like to hear about sustainable biobased polymer innovation, and some of their design processes? Do you want to hear how life cycle assessment can be used to determine how much carbon is used for raw materials?
In today’s episode we welcome today’s guest, Dr. Adrienne McKee, Director of Platform Partnerships at Checkerspot, Inc. We discussed:
🔹️How the polyurethanes process works, and what MSEs can achieve with this polyurethane?
🔹 Insight or advice into how designers come up with applications or uses for the materials they work with?
🔹 What’s next for Checkerspot materials?
🔹Advice to materials scientists and engineers who would like to help us transition away from petroleum-based polymers.
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
For more information on Meta Materials Inc., visit their site and check out their careers page.
https://metamaterial.com/careers/
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#shorts #materialsscience #checkerspot #polyurethanes
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Did you know that America is behind Asia in terms of what we know about the battery industry? Tune into this episode if you want to learn more about how KTON is bringing knowledge from Asia to America so that the US can be leaders in electrification.
In today’s episode with Fred Lee, CEO of KTON LLC, we answer questions such as:
🔹️How are batteries tested, and why it is so important to do so?
🔹What is currently different between the way companies in Asia and the US test batteries?
🔹 What role does KTON play in repurposing battery cells and recycling battery materials?
🔹What advice can listeners take away from a Fred’s extensive battery career and experiences
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
For more information on Meta Materials Inc., visit their site and check out their careers page.
https://metamaterial.com/careers/
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#materialsscience #KTON #battery
Monday Oct 17, 2022
Monday Oct 17, 2022
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Are you having trouble changing from your current industry to another as an MSE? Do you want to explore both traditional and non-traditional paths in a quest to figure out what you’re truly passionate about?
To cover this extensively, we are happy to bring on our longest-standing “It’s a Material World” team member, Alexa Peruffo, a Master’s student in MSE at Georgia Tech. We cover topics such as:
🔹️Highlights of different work experience in universities and companies
🔹The common threads for successfully transitioning from industry to industry with MSE background
🔹Advice for MSEs who may be interested in pursuing a nontraditional path like entrepreneurship or a business-focused role as an MSE graduate
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
For more information on Meta Materials Inc., visit their site and check out their careers page.
https://metamaterial.com/careers/
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#materialsscience #internship #nike #careerpath #careeropportunity
Monday Oct 10, 2022
Monday Oct 10, 2022
If you got into MSE because of your passion for batteries, electric vehicles, or renewable energy then this is the episode for you! We dive into topics like next generation battery materials, critical components of batteries that often go overlooked, and reasons why people don’t buy EVs.
In this fascinating and technical discussion with Dr. Jeffrey Cain of General Motors R&D, we cover topics such as:
🔹️Jeffrey’s motivation for getting involved in battery research, and specifically with respect to electric vehicles
🔹 The materials currently used in batteries for EV applications
🔹The most promising materials to replace the current materials used in electric vehicle batteries
🔹Common obstacles that keep people from buying EVs.
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
For more information on Meta Materials Inc., visit their site and check out their careers page.
https://metamaterial.com/careers/
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#materialsscience #batteries #electricvehicle #li-ion #li-ionbateries
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Monday Oct 03, 2022
It’s been really fun getting the chance to interact with MSEs from around the world, so we just wanted to thank you all for listening to this podcast and joining David and I as we uncover the unique ways materials science makes an impact all around us.
In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to remain successful once you get the job as well as cover a lot of other random topics, like the Behind the Scenes of the podcast and memorable moments in our MSE careers.
🔹️What was your funniest or most awkward experience as an MSE student?
🔹 What do you wish you could have done differently during your time as an MSE student?
🔹How do you keep growing personally and professionally once you get a job?
🔹How long does it take in your first full time role to go from feeling like a new hire to feeling like a contributing employee?
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#materialsscience #materialsscienceengineers #careerdevelopment #careeropportunities
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Are you starting to take a career journey? Are you ready to apply your skills and abilities to be successful in your desired occupation? Getting involved with TMS might be good for you!
In today’s episode, we welcome back Dr. Brad Boyce, Vice President of TMS. With him we discuss:
🔹️ An overview of what TMS is.
🔹 What opportunities for networking there are in TMS.
🔹 What role TMS can play in bringing awareness to materials science and getting more people involved.
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#shorts #materialsscience #tms #careerdevelopment #careeropportunities
Monday Sep 19, 2022
Monday Sep 19, 2022
Do you want to know why aerogels are in the Guinness World Record books? Would you like to hear about what aerogels are made of, how they are structured, and where they can be used in the real world?
In today’s episode, we welcome Dr. Marc Fricke, CEO and co-founder of aerogel-it. With him we discuss:
🔹️ The journey of founding Aerogel-it.
🔹 What aerogels are made of, and what is so special about them.
🔹 What are bioaerogels and their differences with more conventional aerogels.
🔹 Advice to MSEs and other professional who want to start a company.
🔹And much more!
Learn more about our MSE Career Development Online Course, which includes more industry-specific information and advice.
https://www.mseacademy.com/courses/students-tier-2
For more information on Johnson Matthey, visit their site and check out their careers page.
https://matthey.com/careers
Join our Discord community! You can meet other passionate materials scientists and engineers from around the world, discuss the latest breakthroughs in MSE, share materials-related memes, and get career advice from experts in the field.
https://discord.gg/49dCV3W4eN
Check out our MSE-themed merchandise if you want to support us or simply show off your love of materials science!
https://www.itsamaterialworldpodcast.com/shop
For shorter segments and full video podcasts, subscribe to our channel on YouTube. For bloopers, audiograms, and interesting materials science articles, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to message us on our social media platforms if you have any feedback or recommendations for future episodes, or email us directly at itsamaterialworldpodcast@gmail.com. Finally, reach out to David Yeh and Punith Upadhya on LinkedIn if you'd like to chat about the latest breakthroughs in MSE!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpUXt6ui8iC5npSizlfIJ2A
https://www.instagram.com/itsamaterialworldpodcast/
http://linkedin.com/company/it-s-a-material-world-podcast/
https://twitter.com/ItsAMatWorldPod
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed by either guests or hosts in this show are their own, and do not represent the opinions of the companies or organizations for which they are affiliated.
#materialsscience #aerogels #aerogel-it #bioaerogels