Materials Science and Engineering
News and updates featuring research, faculty achievements, student projects, and industry impact from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
Engineering faculty named University Distinguished Professors
March 20, 2026 • 5 min. readDrs. Vanderlei Bagnato, Enrique Lavernia and Julie Schoenung in the College of Engineering were among eight faculty recognized for their contributions to cutting-edge fields.
Student leader strengthens global connections in ceramics
Feb. 24, 2026 • 5 min. readA Texas A&M materials science student is helping shape the future of the ceramics profession by expanding global engagement, supporting student leadership and advancing accessibility within the American Ceramic Society.
Dr. Dimitris Lagoudas and Dr. Arul Jayaraman in the College of Engineering were honored with the Regents Professor designation for their steadfast commitment to outstanding performance and professional service.
Texas A&M Material Advantage recognized as a national Chapter of Excellence
Nov. 21, 2025 • 3 min. readThe Texas A&M Material Advantage Chapter earned national recognition for its outstanding leadership, outreach and professional development, reflecting the spirit of innovation and service that defines Aggie engineers.
After a break from college, Marcus Hansen ’24 reignited his passion for engineering and earned a SMART Scholarship to advance research in additive manufacturing.
The second annual art competition brings new and creative art to the engineering community.
Ph.D. student Chase Katz reflects on how his passion for materials science and leadership helps drives his mission to innovate at Texas A&M.
A young program with big momentum, the Department of Materials Science and Engineering has sent 40 Ph.D.’s to faculty jobs worldwide.
Introducing the inaugural Engineering Excellence Initiative recipients
Oct. 31, 2025 • 4 min. readProfessorships and chairs, as supported through the new initiative, are an investment to help Aggie engineering students learn more and reach their goals while supporting groundbreaking research.
Texas A&M researchers develop metallic gel that could transform batteries
Oct. 22, 2025 • 5 min. readThe new gel holds its shape at extreme temperatures and opens the door to safer, more powerful batteries and energy storage for the future.









