Research
The scope of research within the Department of Materials Science and Engineering is extensive. From biomaterials to joining science, metallurgy to ceramics, processing to corrosion, the department explores the fascinating field of materials. The Department of Materials Science and Engineering occupies 100,000 square feet of laboratory and office space in Fontana Labs, and the Edison Joining Technology Center. Research expenditures for 2023 were $20M.
The department’s facilities span five campus buildings with over $30 million of advanced equipment used to synthesize materials for biological, corrosive, electronic, energy and structural applications; to characterize their structure, properties and performance; and to join them using welding, frictional and other innovative methods.
In collaboration with other engineering departments and research units at Ohio State, the high-tech collection of equipment and facilities contribute to the educational and research goals of the university.