Research

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
Energy
Learn more about energy research at WPI
Energy
Advanced Materials & Manufacturing
Advanced Materials & Manufacturing
Pioneering innovative uses for traditional materials
Multidisciplinary Research
Health & Biotechnology
Health & Biotechnology
New discoveries for better health outcomes
Wide focus areas
Sensors and Metrology
Sensors and Metrology
Learn how this research involves lasers & nbsp; fiber optics, and more
More connected devices and systems
Space Exploration
Space Exploration
Research encompasses flight safety to space travel
Advancing into the future
Autonomous Vehicles
Autonomous Vehicles
Explore technical to ethical autonomous vehicle research
Beyond driving
Food and Water
Food and Water
Advancing research in food safety and more
Drying Technologies, Water, and More
Engineering Education
Engineering Education
Promoting STEM for K-12 and professionals
Inspiring the Next Generation
Centers, Labs, and Facilities
Centers, Labs, and Facilities
Explore WPI's research and teaching facilities
Cutting-edge Equipment and Facilities