In this podcast, Taylor and Andrew investigate the past, present, and future of materials science and engineering. Topic areas ranging from cutting edge materials technology, the history of different materials, the commercialization of new materials, and exciting advances in processing and characterization are all covered in detail. Our episodes include things like the unlikely discovery of superglue or teflon, the fascinating backstories about modern biomaterials like dialysis filters, and updates on new technologies including wearable electronics, next generation batteries, and nanomaterials. In short, we hope to help listeners understand the critical role that materials have played in society and even glimpse into what the future may hold for new materials.
Materialism: A Materials Science Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Taylor Sparks and Andrew Falkowski
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In this podcast, Taylor and Andrew investigate the past, present, and future of materials science and engineering. Topic areas ranging from cutting edge materials technology, the history of different materials, the commercialization of new materials, and exciting advances in processing and characterization are all covered in detail. Our episodes include things like the unlikely discovery of superglue or teflon, the fascinating backstories about modern biomaterials like dialysis filters, and updates on new technologies including wearable electronics, next generation batteries, and nanomaterials. In short, we hope to help listeners understand the critical role that materials have played in society and even glimpse into what the future may hold for new materials.
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Recent Episodes
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Episode 118: The Molecular Universe with SES AI
Host Taylor Sparks and Andrew Falkowski interview Dr. Qichao Hu, founder of SES AI, about how artificial intelligence revolutionizes battery discovery and design.
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Episode 117: Textiles in Space
Host Taylor Sparks and Andrew Falkowski interview Kate Winning from Oxford Space Systems about the innovative textiles enabling space exploration, from deployable antennas to astronaut survival suits.
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