Interdisciplinary research of the microstructure and composition of various materials such as metals, semiconductors, ceramics, and polymers, in relation to their macromolecular physical and chemical properties. Materials science enables the custom creation of new materials with specific properties and uses.
Tiny gold particles could play a new role in the organic electronics of the future.
Who has not dreamed of an invisibility cloak? The potential of metamaterials inspires researchers worldwide.
METAmeet 2026 brought leading nanophotonics researchers together for three days of exchange.
From 29 June to 1 July, world leading physicists will gather in Umeå and discuss scientific breakthroughs.
A major investment in materials science in Sweden – Umeå University is participating as a partner university.
Research on nanoporous gold could lead to more efficient chemical reactions in modern technology.