Our primary focus is on ionically conducting ceramics, wherein we aim to develop innovative techniques employing electric and magnetic fields. This approach allows us to delve deep into the fundamental physics and chemistry underlying ceramic processing, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the processing energy budget. This dual-pronged strategy empowers us to unlock new possibilities in the realm of ceramic materials. Furthermore, we are highly dedicated to the pursuit of functionally graded materials and metal/ceramic junctions. These specialized areas hold great promise for the development of advanced materials with unique properties and applications. By concentrating on these aspects, we aim to contribute significantly to the field of ceramics, offering solutions that address current challenges and open doors to a plethora of exciting opportunities for future research and industrial applications. Our commitment to understanding the intricacies of ceramic processing and refining it with cutting-edge techniques is at the core of our mission to advance the field of ceramics and materials science.