An NSF Science and Technology Center advancing the nation's science and technology agenda through the development of new materials and material systems

Develops new advanced and functional multiphase complex materials and optimizes the performance of existing ones by integrating the most advanced experimental and computational capabilities. 

Pursues an integrated science and engineering program by utilizing emerging carbon nanotechnology to develop new materials, devices and systems.

Studies dielectric polymers and nanocomposites for electrical and power applications.

Studies dielectric polymers and nanocomposites for electrical and power applications.

Studies fuel cells, composite material science, biopolymers and nanotechnology.

Develops controlled macromolecules and methods to synthesize fine nanomaterials, and studies the material hazards.

Studies strategies for thermoset recycling and development of high performance materials.

Develops ultrathin or superhydrophobic film coatings, packaging films using nanocomposites and other needs of the oil and gas industry.

Uses theory, simulation and experimentation to study physical phenomena in polymeric systems