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Over the past two decades, ESA has played an instrumental role in microgravity research in many scientific areas, including materials science. Space-related experimentation has matured considerably and is now being recognised by industry and the scientific community as a useful tool for application-oriented research. The acquired knowledge and data from material science experiments, performed in space and on Earth, will continue to increase the competitiveness of industry and enhance the scientific excellence of European researchers.

This section provides information about the research that is currently being conducted in the field of materials science. Please click on the various sub-disciplines below for more information...

Solidification
Crystal Growth
Thermophysical Properties
Metal Foams
Combustion Synthesis