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Maura Abad was born in Cuba, grew up in Ecuador, and has lived in the United States for 14 years. She has a degree in Tourism and has developed a solid career in Asset Management. She is VP of Operations at ReliabilityWeb.com, Director of Global Communications at the Association of Asset Management Professionals (AMP), and founder of Women in Reliability and Asset Management (WIRAM), where she highlights the professional contributions of women. Maura hosts the Asset Management Visionaries podcast, has published the poetry collections “42 Poems, It's All About the Context” and “One Frame at a Time with Awareness,” and produced the short film Memento Vivere.

Dr. Nafiseh Ebrahimi, an award winning Associate Research Officer at the National Research Council's Construction Research Centre, who is making significant strides in corrosion prevention for Canadian infrastructure. With a Ph.D. in corrosion science and degrees in Materials Engineering, Dr. Ebrahimi has served as a technical advisor on the Canada Impact Study, the first study that estimates costs of corrosion in Canada. Her work includes over 40 technical publications and two patented technologies. Dr. Ebrahimi has also played a key role in projects of national interest, such as the Champlain Bridge Coating Assessment. She is dedicated to mentorship and diversity, supporting the next generation of scientists and engineers while enhancing the safety and resilience of infrastructure in Canada.

Akhil Reddy Chopra is a Materials Engineering Master’s candidate at the University of British Columbia. His research is central to Canada’s energy transition, focusing on CO2 transportation for the decarburization industry. By analyzing complex corrosion mechanisms, including stress and hydrogen-enhanced corrosion, under simulated service conditions, Akhil hopes to carve a path in pipeline integrity. When he isn't in the lab, Akhil is an "engineering historian." He runs a vibrant Indic cultural platform: Chai Chats Project, using a materials lens to resurrect the forgotten brilliance of ancient Indian technology and indigenous arts, proving that true innovation is a timeless, global conversation.

En este episodio, la microbióloga María Andrea Reyes-Reyes explora el fascinante mundo de los hongos, especialmente las setas, y su impacto en los materiales y el medio ambiente. Habla sobre cómo los microorganismos influyen en la degradación de los materiales y la biorremediación, así como sobre la importancia de la curiosidad científica y la colaboración.

Bamidele Farinre returns with a milestone worth celebrating: an idea she submitted on AI Equity has now been selected by the UK’s All‑Party Parliamentary Group on Diversity & Inclusion in STEM to shape their 2026/27 national project. This is what real change looks like: one voice opening doors for many!

Bami shares her journey as a biomedical scientist, Agile practitioner, and STEM advocate. She discusses her recent achievement in AI equity, the importance of representation, and how human oversight shapes ethical AI development.

Brian Livingston runs a business that helps industries use less diesel fuel and produce fewer CO2 emissions. He is a 40-year chemical engineer that spent almost 20 years in Caterpillar's diesel engine division.

He's been asked to speak at one of the largest Mining conferences in North America and helped customers save millions of liters of diesel. He knows his way around diesel engines and chemistry, and can help think through some decarbonization options.

Brian has become an expert in one method of reducing fuel consumption and emissions that results in a 100%-400% ROI. He's also familiar with electric, hydrogen, alternative biofuels, ammonia and whatever might be next, but his real passion is getting industry to do something now on an incremental basis while we all wait for whatever that ultimate solution in decarbonization is.

Why sit on our hands and wait for the future when we can use technologies that are available today that make a significant impact and pay for themselves many times over?

Monica Hernandez and Alec Groysman delve into the intersection of corrosion science and artificial intelligence (AI). Alec shares his extensive background in corrosion, emphasizing the importance of AI in solving corrosion-related problems. The discussion covers key topics such as corrosion kinetics, the determination of corrosion rates, and the optimal use of corrosion inhibitors. Alec highlights the necessity of collaboration between corrosion professionals and experts in AI, mathematics, and physics to advance the field. The conversation concludes with a call for integrating AI methodologies into corrosion education and research, while also appreciating the beauty of science and its humanitarian aspects.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Corrosion and AI04:32 Alec Groysman's Background and Expertise06:00 The Role of AI in Corrosion Science09:10 Understanding Corrosion Kinetics and Thermodynamics17:43 Determining Corrosion Rates and Inhibitor Efficacy23:16 AI Applications in Corrosion Management26:02 Future Directions and Collaboration in Corrosion Science

Dr. Diana Miller holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering and is a Principal Solutions Architect at OLI Systems, recognized as a leading global expert in corrosion simulation for CCUS, oil and gas, and water treatment industries. She instructs OLI’s CorrosionModeling Basics training program and works closely with clients to apply advanced modeling tools that enhance asset integrity and support effective corrosion risk management.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Corrosion and Simulation02:43 Diana Miller's Background and Expertise04:56 The Importance of Corrosion Simulation10:37 Understanding Corrosion Mechanisms17:41 Real-World Applications of Corrosion Simulation23:01 Final Remarks and Future Directions35:31 Personal Journey into Corrosion EngineeringSubscribe to our channels so you don't miss any episodes.#materialsbusiness #infinitygrowth

Josh Harrison discusses the critical issues surrounding forest management and sustainability. He highlights the historical mismanagement of forests, the ecological consequences of these practices, and the urgent need for innovative solutions in wood management. The conversation emphasizes the importance of collaboration, long-term thinking, and the need for nurturing trees rather than just planting them. Harrison also critiques the concept of carbon offsets and advocates for a more regenerative approach to environmental practices. The episode concludes with a call to rethink our consumption habits and the materials we use in our daily lives.

Dr. Melissa Röhrig is a researcher specializing in materials science, particularly in permanent magnets and their applications.

Monica and Melissa discuss the significance of permanent magnets in the context of energy transition and decarbonization, the challenges of sourcing critical materials, and the importance of sustainable processing and recycling methods.

Dr. Röhrig shares her research on cryogenic treatment and its potential benefits for improving magnetic properties and corrosion resistance. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by women in research, the importance of collaboration, and Melissa's personal journey from Brazil to Germany. The episode concludes with encouragement for future generations of researchers.