Buchely named AIST Foundation Steel Professor

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On September 1, 2026

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Dr. Mario Buchely, assistant professor of materials science and engineering, was recognized as AIST Foundation Steel Professor at the AISTech 2026 Conference held May 4-6, in Pittsburgh. Photo courtesy of Buchely.

Dr. Mario Buchely, assistant professor of materials science and engineering, was appointed an AIST Foundation Steel Professor for the 2026-27 academic year by the Association for Iron & Steel Technology Foundation. The appointment provides annual funding of $5,000 for up to 10 years to support educational activities that introduce students to iron and steel manufacturing and encourage careers in the industry.

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