Research | Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Research in WPI's Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering is driven by purpose and value and delivers meaningful results in our society. We develop new materials, find new approaches to existing materials, and create discoveries that make the world better.

Our diverse focus areas include research as broad as health and biotechnology to more precise optical metrology or advanced drying processes. Students have opportunities to connect with our expert faculty and work on industry-changing projects.

Energy

<p>Learn more about energy research at WPI.</p>

Energy

Advanced Materials & Manufacturing

<p>Pioneering innovative uses for traditional materials</p>

Multidisciplinary Research

Health & Biotechnology

<p>New discoveries for better health outcomes</p>

Wide focus areas

Sensors and Metrology

<p>Learn how this research involves lasers, fiber optics, and more </p>

More connected devices and systems

Space Exploration

<p>Research encompasses flight safety to space travel</p>

Advancing into the future

Autonomous Vehicles

<p>Explore technical to ethical autonomous vehicle research</p>

Food and Water

<p>Advancing research in food safety and more</p>

Drying Technologies, Water, and More

Engineering Education

<p>Promoting STEM for K-12 and professionals</p>

Inspiring the Next Generation

Centers, Labs, and Facilities

<p>Explore WPI's research and teaching facilities</p>

Cutting-edge Equipment and Facilities