materials science
noun
: the scientific study of the properties and applications of materials of construction or manufacture (such as ceramics, metals, polymers, and composites)
materials scientist
noun
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This successful experiment could open the door to enhanced silk functionalities, expanding its potential in materials science and biotechnology.
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Jay Kakade
may 19, New Atlas, 19 May 2025
Neela by Sapphire Fiber partnered with materials science company Recover on a collection that promotes circularity and traceability.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Apr. 2025
Chris Cole, a professor emerita of materials science and engineering at Clemson University, says manufacturing has evolved to the point where it may not even be called textiles.
—Eduardo Medina, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
No single company can master cooling, mechanical engineering, materials science and system integration on its own.
—Baratunde Cola, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Jay Kakade
may 19, New Atlas, 19 May 2025
Neela by Sapphire Fiber partnered with materials science company Recover on a collection that promotes circularity and traceability.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Apr. 2025
Chris Cole, a professor emerita of materials science and engineering at Clemson University, says manufacturing has evolved to the point where it may not even be called textiles.
—Eduardo Medina, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
No single company can master cooling, mechanical engineering, materials science and system integration on its own.
—Baratunde Cola, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for materials science
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“Materials science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/materials%20science. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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