Material science is a fascinating field that is constantly progressing and innovating. From institutes to universities, scientists to publications, Twitter is full of insight into the latest happenings and offers an array of information for both the scientifically-minded and those who'd just like to know a little more.
We've pulled together a list of some interesting tweeters in the field but would like you to help us develop it. Who do you rate on material science in the Twittersphere? Tell us here in the comments and let us know your thoughts on the list below!
Twitter list: materials science
@argonne
The Argonne National Laboratory explores how science and technology can tackle challenges from energy security to environmental protection. Follow them if you'd like insight on nitty gritty science, enjoy Trivia or like cool photos!
Here's what the "hairy materials" look like (but can be grown in many shapes - see more at http://t.co/UzIA99x7og) pic.twitter.com/tCNiECGWEK
— Argonne National Lab (@argonne) February 3, 2014 @Materials_MRS
The Materials Research Society (MRS) is a global community of innovative materials researchers and its Twitter feed reflects this. It's full of links to fascinating articles, physics facts and quirky quotes and jokes, so well worth checking them out.
Stained glass windows that double as #solar panels -- http://t.co/4OrW7DqnYz #materials #science
— Materials Res. Soc. (@Materials_MRS) March 4, 2014 @BerkeleyLab
A US Department of Energy national laboratory that uses the science of materials to tackle global energy problems. It hosts regular #labchats and dispels the latest on energy innovation.
Berkeley Lab-led research could guide the development of #bacteria-resistant materials http://t.co/4NZEmz3KoJ #nano pic.twitter.com/F7tCQ99vtX
— BerkeleyLab (@BerkeleyLab) March 4, 2014 @paulcoxon
A materials scientist at Cambridge University in the UK. One to follow for tips on materials events and research. Insight into the UK science scene.
I wonder what historians will make of my lab books in the future?
— Dr Paul Coxon (@paulcoxon) March 10, 2014 @NatureMaterials
The editors of London-based publication, Nature Materials, tweet about cutting-edge research in materials science. If the realms of physics and chemistry are your sweet spots, you'll enjoy this feed.
A history of women in crystallography, by @NatureNews http://t.co/Hq90YPyggJ
— Nature Materials (@NatureMaterials) January 29, 2014 @Sustainable_Ang
UK-based non-profit, The Sustainable Angle, offers a feed full of sustainable textiles, transparent sourcing and novel ideas aimed at transforming the fashion system.
of all the international #textiles shows in our diary this year, which do you think are the best for #sustainability?
— Sustainable Angle (@Sustainable_Ang) February 10, 2014 @Inventables
This hardware store for designers tweets about new materials, softwares and processes that could change the face of design. Worth watching.
Awesome materials science: researchers create re-usable tape inspired by geckos http://t.co/WKHBPRMClz
— Inventables (@Inventables) February 22, 2014 @markmiodownik
A material scientist and professor of materials and society at University College London, UK.
Insightful blog and video on the Science of Glass here from materials expert @Bob_MatPhys http://t.co/ybW3sRUBZQ http://t.co/cXVfGOYxzs
— Mark Miodownik (@markmiodownik) February 11, 2014 @SandiaLabs
Sandia National Laboratories' twitter feed provides intelligent insight in to how science, technology, and engineering can help build a better world.
Collaborating with Sandia scientists, @NREL turns to fermentation & algae protein to create the #biofuels of tomorrow http://t.co/WkpaeevNEs
— Sandia National Labs (@SandiaLabs) February 25, 2014 @materialsworld
The member publication of The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining in the UK. A easy-to-digest feed full of quirky content, fun facts and interesting news.
Enjoy last night's #Oscars but thought it could do with some materials science? Here's our top 10 materials films http://t.co/Us8zo3fAXl
— Materials World (@materialsworld) March 3, 2014 @materialsviews
German publication, MaterialsViews, sends straight-down-the-line tweets on the latest news, research and jobs in materials science.
Seeing the wood for the trees: A new technique for the study of biomass pyrolysis http://t.co/6hewN43GtN
— materialsviews (@materialsviews) February 27, 2014 @3d_printers
Great source for developments in 3D printing space as well as eye-catching photos of 3D printed delights, from tooth cleaners to bike navigation tools.
3D printing data takes a turn toward design via @gizmodo http://t.co/5xlOGluMW4
— Stratasys (@3d_printers) March 10, 2014