Materials science is an interdisciplinary field concerned with the understanding and application of the properties of matter. Materials scientists study the connections between the underlying ...

Fungi are considered a promising source of biodegradable materials. Researchers have developed a new material based on a fungal mycelium and its own extracellular matrix. This gives the biomaterial ...

Every year, thousands of new materials are created, yet many never reach their full potential because their applications aren't immediately obvious—a challenge University of Toronto researchers aim to ...

Sustainably produced, biodegradable materials are an important focus of modern materials science. However, when working with natural materials such as cellulose, lignin or chitin, researchers face a ...

Your clothes. Your water bottle. The screen you’re looking at right now. They're all made from materials. Now imagine if you could make these materials stronger, safer and more sustainable. Sound ...

This collection of lessons, videos and resources is designed for teachers, students and their families, exploring the science of materials from everyday applications to groundbreaking innovations.

Nanotechnology advances are improving chromoactive materials, creating opportunities in smart packaging, glazing, wearables, healthcare, automotive safety and anti-counterfeiting.Dublin, Sept. 18, ...

At Northwestern University, our first-of-its-kind materials science department collaborates extensively with our leading mechanical engineering department, resulting in a strong history of ...

TekniPlex Healthcare, a global leader in advanced materials science and precision manufacturing solutions for the healthcare industry, will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of medical materials ...