Materials Science & Engineering

This section of the college news site gathers stories that feature the faculty, students, staff and programs of the UA Department of Materials Science and Engineering. For detailed information about all other aspects of MSE, please visit the department website.

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Materials Science & Engineering News

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College Celebrates Engineering Patents

March 17, 2023 | Katy Smith

The second annual Patent Medallion Luncheon recognized 17 engineering faculty for 24 inventions.

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UA Engineers Lead $1.2M Project to 3D-Print Parts for Hypersonic Vehicles

March 14, 2023 | Emily Dieckman

When engineers 3D-print metal objects, they use metals originally developed for conventional manufacturing processes. It's a bit like trying to use papyrus in a paper printer – it works, but not as well as it could. Two University of Arizona engineers are using a new suite of equipment to develop alloys optimized to undergo both 3D printing...

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Two students sit at a booth for the Engineering Club showcase and smile. He is holding a green and yellow box and she is holding a circular metallic object..

11 Pieces of Advice From UA Engineering Wildcats

Nov. 8, 2022 | University of Arizona College of Engineering

Earning an engineering education is as rewarding as it is challenging, and many find they learn just as much about topics like teamwork, communication and even themselves as they do about scientific principles and the design and manufacture of goods. Looking for tips on how to best tackle the journey? Take it from these current students and recent...

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