UW-Madison Department of Materials Science and Engineering

Meet UW-Madison’s Dane Morgan “Professor Morgan’s work with materials discovery using computational tools will lead to breakthroughs in a number of industries.”

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓

Join us in celebrating Harvey D. Spangler Professor Dane Morgan for receiving the Byron Bird Award for Excellence in a Research Publication!

Published in 2011 in the journal Energy & Environmental Science, Morgan’s work transforms how researchers design and understand these catalysts—replacing slow, costly trial and error methods with fast, accurate computational screening. With more than 650 citations and real‑world technological impact, this work continues to inspire.

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Morgan honored for innovations in oxide catalysts - College of Engineering - University of Wisconsin-Madison On April 29, 2026, Grainger Dean Devesh Ranjan hosted a celebration at which he recognized engineering faculty and staff for outstanding daily work that shapes the heart of our college....

Way to go, Leo! 🎉

McNair Scholar and materials science and engineering student Leo Liu represented UW-Madison this spring at Research at the Rotunda, a statewide showcase held at the Wisconsin State Capitol. Selected as one of six UW-Madison undergraduate students to present, Liu shared his undergraduate research with policymakers, university leaders and members of the public from across Wisconsin.

His poster, “Building the Next Generation of Recyclable Plastics: Covalent Adaptable Networks,” highlighted research on vitrimers conducted in Professor Padma Gopalan’s lab. Presenting at the Capitol gave Liu the chance to practice communicating complex scientific ideas in accessible ways and to explain why continued support for research matters.

Beyond the presentation, Research at the Rotunda provided opportunities to connect with faculty, students and supporters from across the Universities of Wisconsin, including members of the McNair community who came to support him. As he prepares for graduate school, Liu reflects on the strong sense of community within the materials science and engineering department and encourages students interested in the field to "go for it!"

Read the full story here: https://engineering.wisc.edu/blog/senior-spotlight-leo-liu/

Xudong Wang named materials science and engineering chair - College of Engineering - University of Wisconsin-Madison Thomas and Suzanne Werner Professor Xudong Wang will succeed Harvey D. Spangler Professor Izabela Szlufarska as chair of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, beginning July 1. After earning...

Computational tool reveals the structure of breakthrough quantum material - College of Engineering - University of Wisconsin-Madison Quantum technology is all about taking advantage of the powerful, and sometimes inexplicable, quantum properties of particles to enhance the precision, speed and security of applications like sensing, computing and communications. To do this, researchers...

From partnering with food pantries to get science activities to families to using improv workshops as a way to help UW grad students improve their communication skills, UW MRSEC's Annelynn Gillian-Daniel is making a difference!

Her outside-the-box thinking is making science fun, exciting and accessible. We are thrilled to see her recognized with the Shakhashiri Public Science Engagement Award.

We couldn't fit all of her inspiring projects in one caption, so check out our blog to read more!

https://engineering.wisc.edu/blog/gillian-daniel-receives-shakhashiri-public-science-engagement-award/

For generations of badgers, the Materials Science and Engineering Building has been a place of discovery, long hours in the lab, and moments that shaped careers. We’re proud to see it recognized on this list of architectural treasures at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Architectural Treasures | On Wisconsin UW–Madison has a wealth of nationally recognized historic places.