Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Maryland: Leading research and educational programs in the nation's capital region.

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. Read 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! Read more...

NanoCenter Improves Energy Storage Options

New nanoscale solutions for wind, solar power up to 10x more efficient than current products. Read more...

Advanced Ceramics for Better Dental Health

Researchers create new kinds of glass for the manufacture of stronger, longer-lasting crowns. Read more...

Now That's Cool

Clark School engineers are out to thaw the mysteries of ice...and re-examine the Third Law of Thermodynamics. Read more...

"Nature Made" Computers

Computers don't grow on trees, but with a little prodding from engineers, nature can produce computer components. Read more...

Meet our graduate students!

What's their research about? What could it mean to society? Why did they choose the MSE at the University of Maryland? Read more...

Meet Our Undergraduates!

Why did they choose Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Maryland? Learn more about their classes, research, and other activities! Read more...

Techtracks: The Department of Materials Science & Engineering Newsletter

Special Supplement! Download the Fall 2009 issue: Eric Wachsman joins the MSE faculty and becomes the University of Maryland Energy Research Center's first director. Read more...

MSE News

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From Nuclear Renaissance to Post-Recession Start-Ups More»

Alumnus Publishes Book on Plasma Etching More»

Hispanic Physicists Elect Martinez-Miranda More»

Pines Testifies Before Congressional Committee More»

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