Macro is an interdisciplinary research and academic program in the College of Engineering with a focus on polymer science and engineering. Our 37 affiliated faculty and 50 graduate students are leaders and innovators in a diverse range of fields. We encourage you to explore all the opportunities the Macro program has to offer.

Designing Non-Metallic Squishy Magnets to Power Soft Robots
New ice-shedding coating for large surfaces

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Jinsang Kim Portrait

Jinsang Kim named Raoul Kopelman Collegiate Professor of Science & Engineering

MSE and Macro is pleased to announce that Jinsang Kim has earned the title Raoul Kopelman Collegiate Professor of Science and Engineering, effective March 1. The honor underscores a stellar career that includes groundbreaking research and impressive contributions to education and leadership.

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Prof. Nicholas Kotov is among the newest members of National Academy of Engineering

Macro congratulate Nicholas Kotov, Irving Langmuir Distinguished University Professor of Chemical Sciences and Engineering and Joseph B. and Florence V. Cejka Professor of Chemical Engineering, on being elected to the National Academy of Engineering! Election to the NAE is one of the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer. 

Macro Director Professor L. Jay Guo elected Fellow of Optica

Prof. L. Jay Guo, professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan, has been elected Fellow of Optica, Class of 2025, “For pioneering work and achievements in structural colors and flexible transparent conductors, and for sustained contributions leading to their commercialization.”