Ways to Connect
Materials Science Seminar
Every Friday during the semester. Open to students, faculty, and the public. Featuring researchers from across the country and Boise State faculty.
MARESUNEX Seminar
A dedicated seminar series exploring mining, sustainability, and the environment. Open to the full Boise State and community.
ASM Teacher Camp
Annual professional development for K-12 educators. Hands-on materials science activities designed to bring the field into the classroom.
Student Clubs and Organizations
MSE Club, ASM International Student Chapter, and more. Get involved in professional development, networking, and community events on campus.
K-12 Outreach
MSMSE students and faculty visit local schools and host campus events to bring materials science to the next generation of engineers and scientists.
Research Services
Access world-class characterization and fabrication equipment in MSMSE labs. Open to external researchers, companies, and collaborators.
REU: Materials for Society
The MSMSE Research Experience for Undergraduates program brings undergraduate students from across the country to Boise State for a summer of hands-on materials science research. Applications open each spring.
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Our Industry Partners
The MSMSE Industry Advisory Board collaborates with the department, the College of Engineering, and the university to promote the reputation of the program, advise on curriculum and research direction, and connect students with career opportunities.
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Erin Searcy, Ph.D.
Idaho National Laboratory
B.S. Biosystems Engineering, Manitoba
Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, AlbertaBioenergy Technologies Department Manager at INL, leading a team of 30+ researchers focused on sustainable biomass feedstocks and domestic energy development.
B.S. Biosystems Engineering, Manitoba
Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, AlbertaBioenergy Technologies Department Manager at INL, leading a team of 30+ researchers focused on sustainable biomass feedstocks and domestic energy development.
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Lucien Bouchard
Photronics, Inc.
B.S. Mathematics, St. Michael’s College
A.S. Electronics Engineering, NHTIVice President of global accounts and applications engineering at Photronics, responsible for advanced semiconductor photomask
B.S. Mathematics, St. Michael’s College
A.S. Electronics Engineering, NHTIVice President of global accounts and applications engineering at Photronics, responsible for advanced semiconductor photomask
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James Saal, Ph.D.
Citrine Informatics
B.S. MSE, Rice
Ph.D. MSE, Penn StateDirector of External Research Programs at Citrine Informatics, managing government-funded materials informatics programs with academic, government, and industrial collaborators.
B.S. MSE, Rice
Ph.D. MSE, Penn StateDirector of External Research Programs at Citrine Informatics, managing government-funded materials informatics programs with academic, government, and industrial collaborators.
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Stephen Thomas, Ph.D.
Bristol Myers Squibb
M.S. and Ph.D. MSE, Boise State University
Senior Modeling Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb, leading molecular modeling and machine learning research to accelerate small molecule drug development. MSMSE alum.
M.S. and Ph.D. MSE, Boise State University
Senior Modeling Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb, leading molecular modeling and machine learning research to accelerate small molecule drug development. MSMSE alum.
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Susan Ruth
The Aerospace Corporation (Retired)
B.S. Chemistry, Occidental College
M.S. Systems Architecture and Engineering, USCRetired Senior Project Engineer with over 31 years at The Aerospace Corporation, supporting acquisition and development of launch vehicles. Previously an Engineer at Aerojet ElectroSystems specializing in composites and adhesives for satellites, and a Chemist at SRI International evaluating novel resins for composite applications.
B.S. Chemistry, Occidental College
M.S. Systems Architecture and Engineering, USCRetired Senior Project Engineer with over 31 years at The Aerospace Corporation, supporting acquisition and development of launch vehicles. Previously an Engineer at Aerojet ElectroSystems specializing in composites and adhesives for satellites, and a Chemist at SRI International evaluating novel resins for composite applications.
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Brett Spaulding
Kokusai Electric
B.S. Materials Science and Engineering, Boise State University
Alumnus of the Advanced Materials Lab at Boise State, where his undergraduate research focused on the mechanical properties and degradation of materials. Now leverages that foundation in a professional role at Kokusai Electric, a leading semiconductor
equipment manufacturer.B.S. Materials Science and Engineering, Boise State University
Alumnus of the Advanced Materials Lab at Boise State, where his undergraduate research focused on the mechanical properties and degradation of materials. Now leverages that foundation in a professional role at Kokusai Electric, a leading semiconductor
equipment manufacturer.
Sponsor a Senior Capstone Project
MSMSE undergraduates complete a two-semester capstone experience working with industry partners on real engineering challenges. Sponsoring a project is one of the most direct ways to connect with our students and shape the next generation of materials engineers.
Contact materials@boisestate.edu to get involved.
Give to the Micron School of Materials Science and Engineering
Your support helps fund scholarships, senior projects, research equipment, and community programs that make MSMSE one of the strongest materials science programs in the country.
$40M Invested by Micron
Total investment in MSMSE programs and research at Boise State, funding the full degree portfolio.
500+ Sponsor a Scholarship
Help fund student access to research, conferences, and professional development opportunities.
2 Ways to Give
Sponsor a senior project or contribute to the general MSMSE endowment. All gifts make a difference.