UMass Graduate Program in Polymer and Materials Science & Engineering

We provide a broad education, spanning core principles in synthetic chemistry, physical chemistry, materials science, and engineering—defining the frontiers of polymers and soft materials through research, scholarship, and community.

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Dec

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Dissertation Defense - Zhan Chen

Dec

3:35 pm - 4:35 pm ET

Dissertation Defense - Cornelia Meissner

Laurel Kroo - 2025 Incoming Assistant Professor

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Laurel Kroo will join the Department of Polymer Science & Engineering as our newest Assistant Professor in 2025. Dr. Kroo will launch a research group that specializes in the design and programming of micro-structured fluids, to tackle global challenges in sustainability, heath and manufacturing.

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