The Materials Graduate Society (MGS) focuses on the advancement of materials scientists and researchers at the graduate and post-graduate levels. Through professional and social development events, the graduate student organization strives to improve department camaraderie, academic excellence, and professional advancement for future scientists. The MGS aims not only to help build lifelong friendships among its members, but also a solid professional network, along with opportunities for those involved to expand their communication, social, and networking skills for the workforce.
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MGS Leadership 2024-2025
Matthew Engquist






Sophia Isacco is a first year PhD student in the Weihs group. She graduated from NC State with a bachelors in Material Science and Engineering. Her current research focuses on bioabsorbable metals. In her free time, Sophia enjoys reading, arts and crafts, and spending time with family and friends!


Christian Zhang


Harrison Park


Michael Flickinger


William Murphy





Christopher Erb


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Jonathan Galati


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Elisa Zeng-Mariotti is currently a first year Ph.D. student working with the Spicer research group at JHU. She is a local Marylander, and previously graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Sustainability Studies. Outside of academics, Elisa enjoys reading thriller novels, cooking new recipes, running, and thrifting cool clothes.