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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So gum companies turned to the newest innovations in materials science: synthetic rubbers and plastics.
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Hannah Seo, The Atlantic, 29 Mar. 2025
Future semiconductor workers will need expertise in chip design and microelectronics, materials science and process engineering, and advanced manufacturing and clean room operations.
—Michael Moats, The Conversation, 14 Mar. 2025
John Torkelson, a professor of chemical and biological engineering, as well as materials science and engineering at Northwestern University, is one of several faculty members researching depolymerization.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
Quantum can represent an incredible opportunity for investors focusing on foundational science, long-term disruption and industries like cryptography, materials science and complex modeling.
—John Prisco, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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Hannah Seo, The Atlantic, 29 Mar. 2025
Future semiconductor workers will need expertise in chip design and microelectronics, materials science and process engineering, and advanced manufacturing and clean room operations.
—Michael Moats, The Conversation, 14 Mar. 2025
John Torkelson, a professor of chemical and biological engineering, as well as materials science and engineering at Northwestern University, is one of several faculty members researching depolymerization.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
Quantum can represent an incredible opportunity for investors focusing on foundational science, long-term disruption and industries like cryptography, materials science and complex modeling.
—John Prisco, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Materials science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/materials%20science. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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