The Weird World of Remote Joule Heating

MSE researchers have discovered a strange nanoscale phenomenon they compare to a cold toaster that pops out burnt toast! More...

Tweezers So Tiny They Can Hold a Strand of DNA

Specialized device will benefit research in nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology, including advancing our understanding of the early stages of disease. More...

A Battery Made of Wood?

A sliver of wood coated with tin could make a tiny, long-lasting, efficient and environmentally friendly battery. More...

New Cooling System 175% More Efficient, Produces Fewer Emissions

This grass-like material is actually a shape-memory alloy, and it's at the heart of a new, efficient air conditioner that doesn't require fluids. More...

World-Class Electron Microscopy Facilities

MSE faculty and students at the University of Maryland pursue micro- and nanoscale research using a variety of high-resolution imaging and charaterization devices. More...

What Is Materials Science and Engineering?

MSE combines engineering, physics and chemistry to solve problems in nanotechnology, biotechnology, information technology, energy, manufacturing, and more! More...

Using Plasma to Disinfect Surgical Equipment and Wounds

A unique blend of low temperature plasma science and bioengineering will be the first to explore the mechanistic effects of plasma on bacteria at the monolayer level. More...

Materials Scientists, Conservators Join Forces to Preserve Silver Artifacts and Art

We're working with conservators from the Walters Art Museum to develop and test a new way to protect silver art and artifacts, using coatings that are mere nanometers thick. More...

MSE Research Spotlight: The Science Behind the News

Browse essays that highlight and provide technical information about some of our current research. More...

MSE Student Helps Lead Maryland to Solar Decathlon Victory

Nick Weadock was an engineering team lead on the WaterShed house, which took 1st place in the international competition. That's just one of the great things our students have done beyond the classroom! More...

Latest News

Using Materials Science and Engineering to Save Priceless Artifacts
Graduate student Amy Marquardt wins CIC-Smithsonian Fellowship. More »

Hu Honored by American Society for Engineering Education
Professor named “Campus Star.” More »

International Association for Hydrogen Energy Honors Wachsman for Fuel Cell Research
Professor receives 2014 Sir William Grove Award. More »

Announcements

Assistant Professor Position

The Institute for Systems Research seeks applicants specializing model-based systems engineering.

MSE Open Houses

Spring semester dates announced!

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Learn about materials science–and us!–on our videos page. Our videos include demos of basic concepts, interviews with faculty and students, and research highlights.

Upcoming Events

Special ChBE/MSE Seminar: Charles C. Han on Polymers for Medical Devices
March 13, 2014 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Marker Room (0112), Chemistry Building More »

MSE Seminar Series
March 28, 2014 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Room 2110 Chemical and Nuclear Engineering Building More »

MSE Seminar Series
April 4, 2014 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Room 2110 Chemical and Nuclear Engineering Building More »