The European Ceramic Society

Young Scientist Awards

The early career award shall be given every second year to a person under 40 years of age (at the date of the nomination) by reason of outstanding contributions to the ceramic sciences.

The person shall have performed the majority of the work in a European research institution and been a member of a national ceramic organization that is affiliated to the European Ceramic Society at least two years continuously at the established nomination deadline date when nominated.

Scientists who received the Young Scientist Award:

Jose M. Serra

Jose M. Serra

Spain

14th ECerS (2015), Toledo (ES)

David Salamon

David Salamon

Czech Republic

15th ECerS (2017), Budapest (HU)

Andraž Kocjan

Andraž Kocjan

Slovenia

16th ECerS (2019), Torino (IT)

Ondrej  Jankovsky

Ondrej Jankovsky

Czech Republic

17th ECerS (2021), Krakow (PL)

Jesus Gonzalez-Julian

Jesus Gonzalez-Julian

Germany

18th ECerS (2023), Lyon (FR)

Latest news

YCN Newsletter 27 - YCN Committee member - Welcome to Aleksandra Milojkovic

It is a true honor to introduce myself as the new Committee Member of the Young Ceramists Network.

Jun 26, 2025
YCN Newsletter 27 - Expert opinion - Nicola Döbelin, PhD

Why Crystal Structure Matters: Decoding the Performance of Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials

In the world of calcium phosphate biomaterials, crystal structure is often the silent driver behind a material’s success—or failure. Whether we are developing bone graft substitutes or studying bioceramic interactions at the tissue interface, understanding the underlying crystal lattice isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.

Jun 24, 2025

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