Plenary Speakers

About the Plenary Sessions

Plenary lectures at CMCEE 2018 brought together leading researchers and thought leaders from across the global ceramics community. Each speaker was invited to share insights on cutting-edge developments in ceramic materials for energy generation, storage, and environmental remediation.

The plenary programme was designed to complement the parallel symposia, offering attendees a broad perspective on how ceramic technologies are advancing sustainable development goals worldwide.

The plenary programme at CMCEE 2018 was carefully curated to reflect the conference's central theme of sustainable development through advanced ceramic technologies. Speakers from across the globe presented work spanning energy generation, storage, and environmental applications, offering attendees a wide-ranging perspective on how ceramic materials are helping to address some of society's most pressing challenges. From high-efficiency components for transportation to eco-friendly manufacturing processes, each lecture highlighted the growing role that ceramics play in building a more sustainable future.

The plenary sessions were designed not only to showcase leading research but also to foster meaningful discussion among participants from academia, industry, and government. Following each presentation, attendees had the opportunity to engage directly with speakers, exchanging ideas on emerging trends, technical hurdles, and the practical pathways from laboratory discovery to commercial deployment. These conversations proved invaluable for early-career researchers seeking guidance and for established professionals looking to identify new collaborative opportunities across continents.

Beyond the individual lectures, the plenary track set the tone for the broader technical programme, framing the symposia and contributed presentations within a shared vision of responsible materials innovation. The invited speakers represented a diverse range of institutions and perspectives, reinforcing the conference's commitment to global exchange and interdisciplinary thinking. For many participants, the plenary sessions served as a memorable highlight of the event, providing both inspiration and a clear sense of where the field of ceramic science is headed in the years ahead.