Everything we use is made of materials. The paper (or screen) on which you are reading this article, your clothes and electrical devices, the building you are in, and even you, are made from different types of materials. We live in a ‘material world’. Many of us take materials for granted, but each one has been developed and selected to provide the best performance and cost for the job they are used for. Since the Stone Age, humanity has developed materials through the different ages to where we are now in the Molecular Age.
Materials Science is where challenges are solved through the creation of new and better materials. Materials science is the study of how different materials behave, interact and transform under various conditions. It combines elements of physics, chemistry, engineering, and biology to create and improve materials for various applications. If you are interested in this fascinating and diverse field, here are some....
