Core research programs in MSD focus on the discovery and control of quantum materials and systems, novel materials platforms for future energy needs, and the accelerated design and synthesis of materials and assemblies.

Two scientists prepare a laser

In MSD’s core research programs, teams of scientists take on fundamental long term research questions related to the accelerated discovery, design, and understanding of new materials.

Material in an observation chamber

MSD’s research centers represent large-scale research endeavors that support and feed into the strategic directions of MSD, Berkeley Lab, and the Department of Energy.

Two Berkeley Lab Scientists Named AAAS Fellows A New Way to Engineer Composite Materials Two Berkeley Lab Scientists Elected to the National Academy of Engineering