Program Overview

UMass Graduate Program in Polymer and Materials Science & Engineering

The University of Massachusetts Amherst offers a graduate program in Polymer and Materials Science & Engineering, providing a broad education that spans core principles in synthetic chemistry, physical chemistry, materials science, and engineering. This program defines the frontiers of polymers and soft materials through research, scholarship, and community.

Program Overview

The program is designed to educate future leaders in the field through impactful research programs and teaching endeavors. The primary mission of the Polymer Science and Engineering department is to provide a dynamic and inclusive environment with an international reputation for defining the frontiers of polymer science and engineering research.

Research Areas

The program focuses on various research areas, including:

• Synthetic chemistry
• Physical chemistry
• Materials science
• Engineering

Department Description

The Polymer Science and Engineering department is a dynamic and inclusive department with an international reputation for defining the frontiers of polymer science and engineering research. The department's primary mission is to educate the future leaders in the field through impactful research programs and teaching endeavors.

Mission and Values

The department's mission and values are centered around educating future leaders in the field, conducting impactful research, and fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Faculty and Research

The department has a faculty with expertise in various areas of polymer science and engineering, and they are involved in cutting-edge research projects. The research areas include molecular engineering, polymer chemistry, and materials science.

News and Events

The department participates in various events and has achieved notable recognition, including the College of Natural Sciences Distinguished Alumni Award. The department also publishes research papers in reputable journals, such as the Journal of Nature.

Alumni Recognition

The department recognizes the achievements of its alumni, including Professor Matthew Tirrell, who was selected to receive the 2025 College of Natural Sciences Distinguished Alumni Award. This award recognizes his contributions to the field of polymer and materials sciences as a scientific pioneer and visionary leader.