5 November 2026

IOM3 Student Representative recognised as Apprentice of the Year

Ethan Ellis, Materials Science Degree Apprentice and IOM3 Student Representative, has received the Institute of Physics Apprentice of the Year award.

The award recognises Ethan Ellis’s work in advanced ceramics and commitment to bridging the gap between industry and academia.

Ethan Ellis, a Materials Science Degree Apprentice at Lucideon and an Engineering Leaders Scholar, described receiving the award as ‘one of the proudest moments’ of his career so far.

Reflecting on the achievement, Ethan Ellis highlighted the role that colleagues at Lucideon have played in his development as a materials scientist and engineer, thanking the team for sharing their knowledge, skills and experience.

Ethan Ellis also serves as an IOM3 Student Representative, supporting the student voice within the materials, minerals and mining community.

Congratulations to Ethan Ellis on this fantastic achievement.

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