Material innovations have led to breakthrough technologies and devices that save lives and significantly improve patient quality of life. Research in this multidisciplinary field requires a combination of fundamental and application-driven approaches. Our faculty are focused on novel synthesis, fabrication, and characterization techniques to develop next-generation materials and devices for preventative medicine, diagnostics and therapeutics to serve all mankind.<br>Graduate students in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) carry out research which advances current understanding and knowledge in the field, working closely with faculty to conduct research in Lehigh's state-of-the-art nanotech facilities. Features of the graduate program include: Research thrusts in microstructural characterization, processing and properties of nanomaterials, ceramics, electronic materials and packaging, and metal processing and performance,Interdisciplinary research projects in photonics, polymers, composites, solid free-form and nanoscale fabrication, and materials for bioapplications,Active collaborations with researchers from Europe, South America, Australia, Asia, and the Middle East.