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A 3D-printing technique co-developed at USC has enabled the rapid discovery of a new alloy that can withstand extreme heat.
New research from the Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at USC Viterbi shows how the organization of electrons can reshape how a material responds to light - opening previously inconceivable possibilities for optical and quantum technologies.
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A native of San Diego, Katherine Spies received her bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from USC Viterbi in 2004.

Research by Aiichiro Nakano, and Ken-Ichi Nomura was featured.

Research by Aiichiro Nakano and Ken-Ichi Nomura demonstrating how AI help discover new materials, was featured
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