I am deeply honored to be recognized as a Fellow of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME). This achievement reflects my passion for advancing the role of minerals in advanced material applications, driving meaningful impact in both industry and academia. I extend my sincere gratitude to SME and my esteemed colleagues for their unwavering support and inspiration throughout this journey. Their encouragement and shared commitment to excellence continue to drive my work forward. I look forward to contributing further to the advancement of mineralogy and materials engineering, fostering innovation within the scientific community and industry.