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TMI's core faculty lead cutting-edge research by running their grants through the institute, fostering collaboration and resource sharing.
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Our Materials Science and Engineering program is one of the best in the nation, and our graduates go on to be leaders in their fields.
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TMI supports interdisciplinary research at UT Austin, with over 100 faculty focusing on clean energy, nanotechnology, and advanced materials using our state-of-the-art facilities.
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AI Faculty Cluster Hire (APPLY HERE)
The Cockrell School of Engineering and College of Natural Sciences at UT Austin are hiring four tenure-track Assistant Professors in the "AI for Materials" cluster initiative, starting Fall 2025.
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New Thermal Interface Material Could Cool Down Energy-Hungry Data Centers
A new cooling technology could change how heat is managed in electronic devices — from tiny semiconductors to massive data centers.
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Nature-Inspired Tech Powers Faster Water Purification
Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin, led by Dr. D. Emma Fan, have developed a groundbreaking electrochemical manufacturing technology for water purification, inspired by the efficiency of natural structures like plant roots and the human lung.
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Dr. Jean Anne Incorvia Publishes in Nature Review
Dr. Jean Anne C. Incorvia, Associate Professor at The University of Texas at Austin, has made a significant contribution to the field of spintronics with her latest publication, “Spintronics for Achieving System-Level Energy-Efficient Logic,” in Nature Reviews Electrical Engineering.
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Texas Materials Seminar Series
The Texas Materials Seminar Series features MSE 397 Seminars, TMI Distinguished Lectureships, and TMI Special Seminars, where leading faculty and professionals from around the world share cutting-edge innovations and advancements in materials engineering with our students.
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News
Ultrasound-based Drug Delivery Method Could Lead to Safer, Targeted Treatments
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A new ultrasound technology developed by researchers from The University of Texas at Austin can activate drugs delivered to targeted cells or parts of the body, a leap forward in the ability to control interactions between molecules for enhanced treatments.
Why Your Headphone Battery Doesn’t Last
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AUSTIN, Texas — Ever notice that batteries in electronics don’t last as long as they did when they were brand new?
An international research team led by The University of Texas at Austin took on this well-known battery challenge, called degradation, with a twist. They’re focusing their work on real-world technology that many of us use daily: wireless earbuds. They deployed X-ray, infrared and other imaging technologies to understand the complexities of all the technology packed in these tiny devices and learn why their battery lives erode over time.
ME Advisor of the Year Award Recognizes Tanya Hutter
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At the recent Mechanical Engineering faculty meeting, the Mechanical Engineering Graduate Student Board (MEGSB) awarded the Advisor of the Year honor to Tanya Hutter. This recognition highlights her exceptional mentorship and support of graduate students.
Dr. Zachariah A. Page Receives Presidential Early Career Award (PECASE)
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Dr. Zachariah A. Page has been awarded the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), one of the highest honors for early-career scientists. Announced by President Joe Biden on January 14, 2025, the award celebrates Dr. Page’s innovative research in chemistry, along with his continued exploration in the broad fields of macromolecular synthesis and materials science.
2025 Hill Prize in Physical Sciences: James Chelikowsky
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Chelikowsky, who is a professor of physics, chemical engineering and part of the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, has been awarded the 2025 Hill Prize in Physical Sciences for his innovative approach to designing and discovering permanent magnets.
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