materials science and engineering

Nov 10, 2015

Researchers find way to make metals stronger without sacrificing ductility

Researchers at North Carolina State University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a technique to make titanium stronger without sacrificing any of the metal’s ductility – a combination that no one has achieved before. 

Oct 7, 2015

Researchers aim to develop new techniques for creating high-temperature alloys

NC State University is taking the lead in a new initiative aimed at addressing fundamental scientific questions that could lead to the development of so-called “entropy-stabilized alloys” that can withstand extremely high temperatures. 

Oct 6, 2015

More than a nail polish

A powerful tool for preventing sexual assault begins with a senior design project 

Oct 6, 2015

CASL renewal will drive research across the College

Funding for the Consortium for the Advanced Simulation of Light Water Reactors (CASL), an Energy Innovation Hub that includes work by NC State’s Colleges of Engineering and Science, has been renewed by the U.S. Department of Energy for an additional five years and $121.5 million. 

Oct 1, 2015

Researchers measure how specific atoms move in dielectric materials

Researchers from North Carolina State University, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and UNSW Australia have measured the behavior of specific atoms in dielectric materials when exposed to an electric field. 

Sep 28, 2015

Researchers create first entropy-stabilized complex oxide alloys

Researchers from North Carolina State University and Duke University have created the first entropy-stabilized alloy that incorporates oxides. 

Sep 16, 2015

NSF-funded network set to help businesses, educators pursue nanotechnology innovation

NC State, Duke University and UNC-Chapel Hill are launching a partnership to give businesses and educators access to expertise and facilities that will speed the development of new nanotechnology. 

Aug 31, 2015

MSE, Carbon Electronics and the Future of Technology

NC State has positioned itself to take the lead in the emerging field of carbon electronics. 

Jun 30, 2015

Schwartz named ASM International Fellow

Dr. Justin Schwartz, head of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and Kobe Steel Distinguished Professor at North Carolina State University, has been named a Fellow of ASM International.