Materials Science and Engineering
News and updates featuring research, faculty achievements, student projects, and industry impact from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
How industry investment forges the next generation of engineers
June 9, 2026 • 4 min. readA small investment has a huge impact on Texas A&M materials science and engineering students’ capstone project to address a critical connection point in oil and gas.
Hsiao earns NSF CAREER Award for work in nanoscale manufacturing
May 29, 2026 • 3 min. readDr. Kaiwen Hsiao received the National Science Foundation’s highest honor for early-career faculty through her pioneering mission to print structures smaller than the wavelength of light itself.
Ph.D. candidate Cafer Acemi has earned an Acta Student Award for student-led research accelerating the discovery of high-temperature alloys.
A recent publication from Texas A&M Engineering researchers shows that in-sensor intelligence could increase the speed of data analysis and lead to a future where seeing becomes thinking.
Texas A&M Engineering remains top 10 in public graduate programs
April 7, 2026 • 2 min. readThe college’s graduate program ranks No. 8 among public graduate engineering programs and No. 14 overall in the 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings.
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.









