In today’s rapidly evolving glass industry, two critical—but often distinct—priorities dominate the conversation: industry’s focus on improving sustainability, reducing costs, and maintaining product quality and academia’s pursuit of a deeper, theoretical understanding of the chemistry and physics underlying glass-forming systems.

At first glance, these goals may seem divergent, with one rooted in practical application and the other in fundamental science. However, the path to addressing industrial challenges lies in bridging these two realms. The key is leveraging cutting-edge scientific research to build advanced, physics-based manufacturing tools capable of navigating the complexities of modern glass production.