Welcome from the Chair

With over a century of global leadership, the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Stanford University continues to set the standard for excellence in education and research.  

Our dynamic research groups balance the pursuit of foundational scientific discovery with real-world engineering applications designed to improve society. Our educational approach is deeply rooted in providing a rigorous depth of knowledge while continuously updating our curriculum to adapt to evolving societal and technological needs. Driven by a highly collaborative and supportive culture, our community places a premium on creativity and cross-disciplinary integration. Together, we empower the next generation of visionary leaders to discover, design, and deploy the advanced materials that shape our world.

Sincerely,

Sarah Heilshorn
Chair, Materials Science and Engineering