I am a Materials Girl
I am a Materials Girl is dedicated to exploring the real-world applications of materials science and engineering and bring the fascinating world of materials science to life. From everyday objects to cutting-edge technologies, my goal is to explain how materials shape the world around us. Through regular posts, I break down complex materials science topics into clear, practical insights and apply them to my own life—aiming to inform, inspire, and make the field accessible to all, regardless of background.
Latest Posts
- Galvorn: The Carbon-Based Material Ready to Redefine Modern TechnologyOne of our most recent projects in Materials Girls was making catapults from wood, plastic, and tape. The amount of tape we used was absurd. It got me thinking: is
- Parafilm: The Science Behind the Mystery TapeJust yesterday I was in my AP Bio class conducting an osmosis lab. Part of this required us to cover the solutions we created with a lid, but our teacher
- 3D Printing Reimagined: Growing Metal vs. Printing MetalI often Google materials science to stay up to date with current research findings and promises of future innovations. There are hundreds of academic papers published every day, with millions
- Aerogels: The World’s Lightest SolidsI was conducting some research on various materials, and was blown away by this particular material: aerogels. Aerogels are ultralight, porous materials made by removing the liquid from a gel