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Materials—such as metals, intermetallics, polymers, ceramics, composites, and electronic components—play a vital role in contemporary industrial systems. The discipline of materials engineering spans numerous specializations and provides ample possibilities for cross-disciplinary work. This field focuses on creating, producing, and analyzing materials tailored for particular uses. Advancing materials is a fundamental requirement for developing sophisticated engineering technologies. Choosing appropriate materials is crucial when designing, fabricating, and ensuring the reliability of structures and devices. Since UIC and numerous other institutions lack undergraduate programs in materials engineering, students often transition into this field after completing degrees in related disciplines. Our faculty assists graduate students in crafting personalized study plans that leverage their existing expertise while equipping them with necessary competencies for career advancement.