85 years of the Department of Silicate Technology at Kaunas University of Technology

Abstract

The Department of Silicate Technology of the Faculty of Chemical Technology of KTU has been training specialists for the Lithuanian binder materials, ceramics and glass industries for 85 years. During that long period, there have been various periods, but the core values have remained – a benevolent attitude towards students and efforts to meet their expectations, respectful relationships between colleagues, and openness to new developments and innovations. Our primary mission is to prepare a new, highly moral and well-educated generation of Lithuanian engineering intelligentsia. At the same time, we understand very well that we must convey to our young colleagues all technological innovations and scientific achievements in our field. This would be impossible to do if comprehensive fundamental and applied research were not carried out, and novelties and innovations were not absorbed.
The past 15 years have been an intense period in the life of our department. During this period, many changes have taken place – study programs have been significantly restructured, the instrumental base of science and studies has been substantially updated, national science and studies projects have been intensively implemented, scientific services have been provided to industrial enterprises, and international cooperation has been developed.
This review presents the main research topics carried out by the department staff over the past 15 years, the main research topics and results obtained, cooperation with Lithuanian industry and international partners, and the evaluation of the department’s colleagues for science and studies activities.