Monica Hernandez interviews Patricia Carrizzo, a chemical engineer specializing in archaeometallurgy.

They discuss the significance of studying ancient metals, the methodologies involved, and the interdisciplinary nature of the field.

Patricia shares fascinating discoveries about ancient alloys and their modern applications, as well as her academic contributions, including a published book on reverse engineering of ancient metals.

The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by women in engineering and the importance of inspiring the next generation of female engineers.

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Book:

Reverse Engineering of Ancient Metals (January 2022)https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-72842-7https://link.springer.com/search?query=reverse+engineering+of+ancient+metals&facetcontent-type=Book

Metallography, Microstructure, and Analysis (MMA) special issue (April 2023)

https://link.springer.com/journal/13632/volumes-and-issues/12-2

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