Reasons to Choose Duke
A vibrant, multidisciplinary research environment
- Duke is a leader in advancing materials science through collaboration across disciplines. Whether your focus is engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, or mathematics, you’ll work alongside experts pushing the boundaries of what’s possible—from next-gen biomaterials to quantum innovations.
Pioneering materials research across disciplines
- While here, you’ll dive deep into exciting areas like biomaterials, energy-efficient materials, quantum technologies, metamaterials, and soft materials. Join a community that’s not just following trends but defining them with projects that have the potential to reshape industries and improve lives.
A uniquely collaborative, supportive and inclusive community
- Students at Duke thrive in a close-knit, highly supportive environment. You’ll join a cohort of motivated peers while enjoying personal mentorship from top-tier faculty who are invested in your success. Whether in the lab or the classroom, you’ll never feel alone in your journey.
An entrepreneurial ecosystem that brings ideas to life
- The entrepreneurial culture at Duke is second to none. With a strong history of student, faculty, and alumni-driven startups, you’ll have access to the resources, mentorship, and networks to help turn your research into real-world innovations. It’s the perfect place to build a career at the intersection of science and entrepreneurship.