MSc in Mechanical Engineering - Material Science in Boston United States | Northeastern University

The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering offers a specialization in Materials Science. This field has served as the foundation for nearly every major engineering advancement, from ancient metallurgy to modern nanotechnology. As materials science continues to evolve, our mechanical and industrial engineering faculty engage in cross-disciplinary research to advance materials processing, synthesis, and design. These research efforts support Northeastern University's focus on sustainability, security, and health, while also contributing to national priorities in manufacturing and nanotechnology. Studies encompass metals/alloys, polymers, biomaterials (including biomimetic solutions), and nanoscale-enhanced composites, employing experimental, theoretical, and computational methods to optimize material properties for targeted uses. Active research focuses on precision synthesis techniques, defect control, atomic/microstructural manipulation, and material chemistry optimization for future structural, electronic, and energy applications, along with solidification processes, deformation analysis, and nanocomposite life-cycle evaluations. Northeastern's academic community is dedicated to pioneering approaches that position materials science at the cutting edge of technological progress.