MATERIALS SCIENCE DIVISION (MSD)
DIVISIONAL FUNCTIONS
- Undertake research and development on materials science and engineering especially in the areas of new/advanced materials, surface engineering, and special materials;
- Undertake technology transfer of generated technologies;
- Provide technical assistance and support services to clients, (i.e., industry, academe) in relation to the division’s field of expertise; and
- Contribute in the planning and implementation of the Institute’s programs/projects.
THE FUNCTIONS OF THE THREE (3) SECTIONS UNDER MSD
Develop new/improved products and processes in the areas of:
- Polymers
- Composites
- Natural fiber
- Ceramics
- Construction materials
- Minerals
- Water purification
- Membrane technology
- Additive manufacturing
- Nanotechnology
- Surface coatings (organic, metallic, functional)
- Surface treatment and modification
- Corrosion
- Battery
- Biomaterials
Technology transfer with training and technical assistance on Developed Technologies
- Materials development
- Materials and nanomaterials characterization and analysis
- Mechanical performance testing
- Data analytics
- Use of facilities
- Microplastics
- Failure analysis (IC devices, components, metal structures, roofings, fixtures, etc.)
- 3D Printing
- Standards Development
