Expected Impact

The study of the structure of cation substituted glasses will improve the fundamental knowledge on the chemical structure and properties of glass networks and glass ceramics. It is only recently, that the structure of amorphous glasses can be fully studied by using advanced techniques such as high field MAS-NMR spectroscopy. Such a detailed analysis of structure and crystallisation mechanisms will help to predict the properties and biocompatibility related to cation charge and size. This information will have significant impact on the glass science and technology community (academia and industry).