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Chalcogenide glass microphotonics: Stepping into the spotlight
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An analysis of glass–ceramic research and commercialization
Ancient telescope research, scientist examining with telescope, ceramics, and materials, ceramic materials science, ACerS Bulletin.

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Peering into the past: What early telescopes reveal about glass technology and scientific evolution
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Nonlinear elasticity of silica fibers studied by in-situ Brillouin light scattering in two-point bend test

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Industry or research? Engineering alternative commercial careers

When students finish an engineering program, they often are asked the same question: “Industry or research?” I have asked and been asked this very question, because I am finishing my senior year in materials science and engineering at Pennsylvania State University. After graduation, students typically work in industry or a…