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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That can influence everything from materials science to weather forecasting.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Since 2018, Xie’s research group has gradually advanced the technology through successive iterations, addressing persistent challenges in materials science, cell durability, fuel processing, and the ability to maintain continuous coal feed.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 26 Apr. 2026
But nacre, the lustrous substance mollusks use to line their shell, is becoming prized once more, this time in materials science.
—Caitlin Kennedy, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2026
During his eight-year tenure, Fitterling has transformed Dow from a commodity chemicals company to an innovative high-growth materials science company.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Since 2018, Xie’s research group has gradually advanced the technology through successive iterations, addressing persistent challenges in materials science, cell durability, fuel processing, and the ability to maintain continuous coal feed.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 26 Apr. 2026
But nacre, the lustrous substance mollusks use to line their shell, is becoming prized once more, this time in materials science.
—Caitlin Kennedy, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2026
During his eight-year tenure, Fitterling has transformed Dow from a commodity chemicals company to an innovative high-growth materials science company.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Materials science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/materials%20science. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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