The European Ceramic Society
YCN representative - USA (2)
Jenna Metera
YCN representation from the United States of America
University of California, San Diego
Jenna Metera is a PhD candidate at the University of California, San Diego exploring the chemical synthesis of bismuth ferrite, enhancing electrical properties through morphology tuning. Originating from Binghamton, New York, her journey started in the arts but shifted toward the end of high school and into Alfred University where she majored in ceramic engineering. There, she immersed herself in powder processing, failure analysis, and electroceramic characterization, setting the stage for her scientific exploration. As a first-generation college graduate and former process engineer, she brings practicality to her academic pursuits. Jenna’s aspirations extend globally, exploring international opportunities and nurturing entrepreneurial ambitions.
In addition to Jenna’s academic journey, she proudly serve as the Chair of the San Diego Chapter of the American Society of Materials and actively contributes to ACerS, enriching connection with the materials science community.
Beyond the lab, Jenna cherishes exploring San Diego's unique cafes, gardening, cooking, and delving into scientific history books. Jenna Metera's story blends artistic roots with a profound scientific journey and leadership roles, driven by curiosity and a commitment to impactful contributions in materials science.
Last news
2024 ECerS International Ceramist Student Exchange Program – 4th call!
In the frame of the 2024 ECerS International Student exchange program, ECerS is opening a 4th call, this time to allow grants to European Students to attend the 88th Annual Session of the Indian Ceramics Society and International Conference in Advanced Ceramics for Sustainability which will be organised by the Indian Ceramic Society in the campus of Indian Institute of Technology Madras (located in Chennai, India), from 28th to 30th November 2024.
ACerS is offering travelling grants of 1.500 $ to attend the two 2024 ECerS Summer Schools
The grants can be allowed to undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students from non-European based universities. The 2024 ECerS Summer Schools will be held prior to Electroceramics XIX (Vilnius, Lithuania - School: 17-18 August 2024) and Shaping 9 (Warsaw, Poland - School: 24-25 September 2024)!
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