Welcome to the Dept of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering

We integrate the research experience as part of our educational mission.  As a result, we have a vibrant, active department in which undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty and staff work together to tackle grand challenges s that require new materials and processes.

Associate Professor Gary Halada Finalist for PAESMEM

Dr. Halada is on the short list to receive a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM). The award serves as an honor for those who have made significant contributions in mentoring within STEM fields. 

MSCE Researchers Receive $4M to Pursue Innovative Approaches to Combat Freeze-Thaw Damage

A multi-university research group led by Dilip Gersappe, professor and chair of MSCE has been awarded a $4 million, three-year grant from the U.S. Army Cold Regions Lab

Professor Tad Koga and Research Professor Maya Endoh receive $1.2M to Prevent Surface Pathogens

Tad Koga, a professor, and Maya Endoh, research professor in MSCE has awarded $1.2 million from UT Battelle LLC, a management contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science for a study to test surface pathogen prevention.