Stories about Materials Science and Engineering

In retirement, materials scientist Richard Hertzberg shares his journey with lay audiences.

Discovery comes amid efforts to phase out a toxic mercury-containing catalyst.

Optics journal’s special issue probes the efficiency of the nonlinear optical response.

The materials science professor had a zeal for thermodynamics and Johnny Carson.

A “subtle” laser heating technique causes atoms to assemble into a rotating lattice.

Researchers show that a hierarchy of active species triggers the oxidation of carbon monoxide.

A sea sponge enzyme could provide greener, firmer soil foundations.

Electro-thermal poling induces conductivity, could pave way for capacitors.

New analysis techniques reveal environmental history of ancient coins.

In rededicating the Loewy Institute, Lehigh renews a legacy.