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Biomaterial  
Biomaterials
Research in biomedical application of materials range from studying the toxicity of nanoparticles, templates for tissue engineering, separation of DNA on surfaces, and fabrication of antimicrobial surface.
 
 
 catalysis  
Catalysis 
Researches in Catalysis include Biomass/Petroleum derived resources conversion into chemical and fuel, Methane and CO2 reduction and utilization, NOx treatment, Surface reaction, Kinetics and Reaction engineering, and In-situ and Operando spectroscopy.
 
 
 compmat  
Computational Materials Science
Research in Computational Materials Science include study of polymers and soft matter, nano-crytsalline alloys, energy storage, and the design of the next generation of smart piezo-electric materials for energy harvesting.
 
Prof. T. Koga
 
crystal  
Crystal growth
The crystal growth facilities in the department allow for the study of defects and structure within crystals. Of particular interest is the growth facets of Silicon Carbide and High Tc Superconductors.
 
 
energy  
Energy & Environment
Research in energy and the environment includes energy storage, biofuels, fuel cells, environmental remediation and sustainable materials development.
 
 
nano  
Nanotechnology
Different groups, ranging from theoretical to experimental, are working in studying how nanotechnology can be used to improve material properties.
 
 
polymers  
Polymers
Research in polymers includes the study of dynamics in thin films, polymer nanocomposites, wetting and self-assembly.
 
Prof. D. Gersappe
Prof. T. Koga
Prof. A. Orlov
Prof. M. Rafailovich
Prof. J. Sokolov
 
Sensor  
Sensor technologies
Active research is underway in the design of sensors and the use of nanostructured surfaces to form a new class of sensors used to detect biochemical components.
 
 
therspray  
Thermal Spray
Research in thermal spray processes used to coat turbine blades and make high temperature and corrosion resistant coatings is an important facet of the department's research activities.