About Materials Science & Engineering:
The Department of Materials Science & Engineering at NUS has close to 30 full-time faculty members and over 80 research staff members. The University and our outstanding department have been consistently ranked among the top in the world in a variety of international rankings with copious contributions and breakthrough achievements in areas of research and innovation – clinching numerous national and international awards and recognitions. In 2019, five MSE members were recognized among the world’s most highly cited researchers, whose research in one or more fields have consistently supported and inspired other researchers globally (Clarivate Analytics, 2019). In addition to research, we were ranked as the Top 4 department in Asia for Teaching (Times Higher Education 2020). These awards and recognition has further allowed us to attract a wide range of research grants and funds from industry partners and the government.