Our materials science and engineering alumni take on global leadership positions in industry, research, national labs, and academia. They are known for their hands-on skillset and bringing creativity, innovation and extensive scientific and technical knowledge to the table. Our alumni take on faculty positions, leadership roles in leading companies and guide groups in R&D and national labs. We are proud of our alumni and what they have and continue to accomplish in their careers. We invite you to learn more of our recent graduate student alumni.
Recent Graduates
Kuo-Kuang Wang, MS 2020
Sean McAnany, PhD 2020
Lehigh University | Research Assistant
Dissertation: Femtosecond Laser Fabrication of Single Crystal Architecture in Glass for Use in Electro-optic Devices
Allison Fraser, MS 2020
Carpenter Technology | Metallurgist
Thesis: Effect of Alloying Elements on the Solidification Behavior and Weldability of Nickel Base Alloy 52
Gabrielle Esposito, PhD 2020
University of North Carolina | Post-Doc
Dissertation: Mechanical Behavior and Characterization of SLS Processed PA-11 for PA-11/Silica Nanocomposites
Yuxing Cui, MS 2020
Erin Barrick, PhD 2020
Sandia National Lab | Post-Doc
Dissertation: Fundamental Studies of Phase Transformations and Mechanical Properties of 10 wt% Ni Steel Weld Metal Fusion Zones
Hafiz Busari, MS 2019
PolyMed | Polymer Engineer
Kevin Anderson, PhD 2019
Naval Research Laboratory | NRC Post-Doc
Dissertation: Microstructural Engineering of Metal-Ceramic Composites through Partial Reduction of Mixed Oxides
Li Lu, PhD 2018
Hewlet Packard | Research Engineer
Dissertation: Electron Microscopy Studies of Quantum Dot and Catalyst Nanomaterials
Ling Ju, PhD 2018
Applied Materials | Process Engineering
Dissertation: New Chemistries and Processing in Atomic and Molecular Layer Deposition of Inorganic and Hybrid Organic-Inorganic Thin Films
Jack Edgerton, MS 2018
DMG MORI USA | Applications Engineering II
Thesis: Controlling Oxide Formation in 1010 Steel: Laboratory Simulation of Industrial Quench Spray
Sultan Althahban, PhD 2018
Jazan University Saudi Arabia | Assistant Professor
Dissertation: Aberration Corrected Analytical Electron Microscopy Studies of Nanometallic Catalysts
Denise Yin, PhD 2017
ARL | Materials Research Scientist
Dissertation: Microstructure and Microcantilever Fracture Toughness of Electrodeposited Ni-W Alloys
Binay Patel, PhD 2016
DSM Protective Materials | Technial & Business Development Manager
Dissertation: Toughening Mechanisms in Silica-Filled Epoxy Nanocomposites
Additional Graduates
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Hrishikesh Bhide, PhD 2020,
Dissertation: Formulation of Flexible Polyvinyl Chloride Film and Its Effect on Surface -
Roderick Marstell, PhD 2019, Sunpower | Engineer
Dissertation: Impact of Chemistry and Processing of Atomic Layer Deposited Dielectrics on Silicon -
Lincy Gurusamy, MS 2019, Elementis Global | Application Specialist
Thesis: AMPs Based Rheology Modifier for Personal Care Industry -
Sanford Clark, MS 2019, Weir Minerals | Scientist
Thesis: Comparison of Property Differences for Crude Based Process Oils with Natural and Polymeric Plasticizers in High Wear Rubber Compounds -
Michelle Brown, MS 2019, EMS Chemie | Material Testing Supervisor
Thesis: Moisture Absorption and Desorption Effects on Mechanical Behavior in Specialty Polyamide Products -
Sean Orzolek, MS 2018,
Thesis: Microstructural Evolution of Dissimilar Metal Welds Involving Grade 91 -
Osama Khayat, MS 2018, Saudi Aramco | Global Petrochemicals Analyst
Thesis: Processing of Bio-Polymer Based Nanocomposite for Fused Filament Fabrication -
Rishi Kant, MS 2018,
Thesis: Stress Relief Cracking Susceptibility in High Temperature Alloys -
Jonah Duch, MS 2018,
Thesis: Effect of Multiple Weld Thermal Cycles on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of HSLA-100 Steel -
Qingsong Cui, MS 2018,
Thesis: Template Assisted Transition-Metal Oxide As Ultrathin Insulator For Metal-Insulator Electronics -
Yan Wang, PhD 2017, Corning | Research Scientist
Dissertation: Grain Boundary Transport Mechanisms of Oxidation Behaviors in Alumina -
Anthony Ventura, PhD 2017, Pratt & Whitney | Senior Engineer
Dissertation: Microstructural Evolution and Mechanical Property Development of Selective Laser Melted Copper Alloys -
Ukrit Thamma, PhD 2017, King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok | Lecturer
Dissertation: Influence of nanoporosity on biological response of sol-gel-derived 70S30C bioactive glass monoliths -
Nathan Phillips, MS 2017, TCR Composites | Chief Chemist/Manager
Thesis: The Effects of Difunctional Urone Catalysis on Selected Non-Halogenated Flame Retardant Synergies of Dicyandiamide Cured Epoxy Resins -
Charles McLaren, PhD 2017, Corning | Research Scientist
Dissertation: Electric field-induced softening of alkali silicate glasses -
Michael Kracum, PhD 2017, United Technologies Research Center | Engineer
Dissertation: Novel metal-ceramic composites from partial reduction of CuAlO2, with applications to Cu-Al2O3 complexions -
Robert Hamlin, PhD 2017, KAPL Navy Nuclear Propulsion Lab | Research Engineer
Dissertation: Investigation of the precipitation and hardening response of maraging stainless steels 17-4 and 13-8+Mo during multi-pass welding -
Paul Brigandi, PhD 2017, Dow Chemical | Application Development Leader
Dissertation: Electrically Conductive Multiphase Polymer Blend Carbon-Based Composites -
Mohammed Alamoudi, MS 2017, University of Pittsburgh | Ph.D. Student
Thesis: Flow Stress and Microstructure Evolution During Hot Forging of AA6099 -
C. Austin Wade, PhD 2016, Thermo Fischer Scientific | Applications Scientist
Dissertation: Investigation of Grain Boundary Segregation and Embrittlement Mechanisms of the Cu-Bi System by Analytical Electron Microscopy -
Onthida Schumacher, PhD 2016, Mae Fah Luang University | Lecturer
Dissertation: Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Complexion Transitions in Europium-doped MgAl2O4 -
Christopher Marvel, PhD 2016, Lehigh University | Research Scientist
Dissertation: Investigating the Thermal and Phase Stability of Nanocrystalline Ni-W Produced by Electrodeposition, Sputtering, and Mechanical Alloying -
Christopher Krohe, MS 2016, 3M | Manufacturing Technology Specialist
Thesis: The Influence of Branching Agent Concentration and Geometry on the Non-Isothermal Crystallization Behavior of Branched Poly(ethylene terephthalate) -
Brian Gosselin, MS 2016,
Thesis: Investigation of Latex Resins for Use in Aerosol Coatings -
Jason Bono, MS 2016, Boeing | Quality Engineer
Thesis: Weldability and Strength Recovery of NUCu-140 Advanced Naval Steel -
Daniel Bechetti, PhD 2016,
Dissertation: Microstructural Evolution and Creep-Rupture Behavior of Fusion Welds Involving Alloys for Advanced Ultrasupercritical Power Generation