materials science
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of materials science
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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Could quantum computers transform medicine and materials science?
From Science Daily ● Jul. 5, 2026
There is so much market value that quantum computers can enable in drug discovery, materials science, and logistics, for example.
From Barron's ● May 21, 2026
"This result shows that our long-term strategic planning has paid off," Professor Jöns said, adding: "The combination of excellent materials science, nanofabrication and optical quantum technology was the key to our success."
From Science Daily ● Apr. 30, 2026
CEO Jacob DeWitte described the agreement as a merging of reactor deployment, high-performance computing power, and “world-class fuel and materials science expertise.”
From Barron's ● Apr. 23, 2026
Beyond helping scientists understand distant planets, this research could also inform advances in materials science and engineering by revealing new types of directional behavior in matter.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 21, 2026
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