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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The project brought together expertise across materials science, nanoscale heat transfer, device engineering and manufacturing.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
This year, the largest share of finalists falls within materials science and chemical innovation.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
In the coming years, quantum computing and AI will become critical tools in the pursuit of new materials science and chemistry.
—Chi Chen, IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2026
Quantum improvements promise to make significant progress in drug discovery and materials science.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 6 Feb. 2026
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
This year, the largest share of finalists falls within materials science and chemical innovation.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
In the coming years, quantum computing and AI will become critical tools in the pursuit of new materials science and chemistry.
—Chi Chen, IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2026
Quantum improvements promise to make significant progress in drug discovery and materials science.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 6 Feb. 2026
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“Materials science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/materials%20science. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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