Ceramic Tech Chat

Specialty glasses for healthcare and more: Steven Jung

July 19, 2023 Episode 38
Ceramic Tech Chat
Specialty glasses for healthcare and more: Steven Jung
Show Notes

Since the discovery of bioactive glasses in the 1960s, specialty glass manufacturer Mo-Sci has played a key role in bringing these materials to market. Steven Jung, chief technology officer at Mo-Sci, overviews the history of the company, discusses the science behind some of their well-known products, and describes how the company develops specialty glass products for a variety of end-user industries.

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About the guest
Steven Jung is chief technology officer at Mo-Sci, a specialty glass manufacturer located in Rolla, Mo. Throughout his career, Jung has helped develop dozens of glass-based healthcare innovations, including the world’s first bioactive glass-based wound care product, MIRRAGEN.

About ACerS
Founded in 1898, The American Ceramic Society is the leading professional membership organization for scientists, engineers, researchers, manufacturers, plant personnel, educators, and students working with ceramics and related materials.