PhD in Engineering Science and Mechanics at Pennsylvania State University

Opportunities for graduate studies are available in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research areas including:

• Multiscale, multiphysical computational modeling and simulation
• Data Science AI, machine learning
• Brain Science, neural engineering, neuroethics
• Structural and health monitoring
• Advanced materials
  • elastodynamic metamaterials
  • electronic materials
  • twisted 2D materials
  • bioengineered materials
• Materials characterization
  • In-situ microscopy in extreme environments
  • Ultrasonic nondestructive evaluation
• Additive manufacturing
• Micro and nanomechanics
• Biomechanics and mechanobiology
• Quantum computation and information science
• Optoelectronics, nanophotonics, and lasers
• Dynamic systems, acoustics, and vibrations
• Emerging manufacturing process for materials, tissues, and devices
• Bionanoscience, biomedical electronics and devices
• Smart sensors
  • Flexible and stretchable biosensors
  • Label-free biosensors
  • Quantum sensors

1. Know: Graduates will demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the core theories and methods within one or more sub-specialties in the fields of engineering science and mechanics.  The core demonstration will include the application of physics, advanced mathematics and engineering principles to problems in mechanics, materials, bionanotechnology, nanoscience and neuroscience.
2. Create: Graduates will be able to synthesize theory, literature and experimental results to generate new concepts, designs or hypotheses in engineering science and mechanics. 
3. Apply: Graduates will be able to carry out independent and original research studies that address current problems in the multi-disciplinary field of engineering science and mechanics.
4. Communicate: Graduates will be able to convey ideas or arguments in clear, concise, well organized papers and proposals as well as in formal, oral presentations.
5. Critical Thinking: Graduates will be able to critically analyze work by others in their field of specialty.
6. Professional Practice:  Graduates will demonstrate the ability to collaborate in a collegial and ethical manner with other professionals within their field and/or with diverse scientific backgrounds.