Materials Application Research Center
![Students using a machine in the Alkek Makerspace.](https://docs.gato.txst.edu/640332/w/2000/MXB7Okai6493/research2.jpg)
About Us
The MARC provides an environment combining applied multidisciplinary academic research, industry sponsored projects, and experiential learning opportunities for students addressing creation of a talent pipeline of research, education, and commercialization.
Strategic Initiatives
The MARC is committed to accelerating the development and deployment of new technologies by launching several strategic initiatives and facilities.
![People congregating in the Advanced Prototyping Lab.](https://docs.gato.txst.edu/640333/w/2000/tmoFy31frF-W/apl2.jpg)
![Two students in a chemistry lab.](https://docs.gato.txst.edu/640342/w/2000/hYsAaUnxsKzF/MSEC.jpg)
Opportunities
The MARC expands the possibilities for materials research by supporting various research service centers within the College of Science and Engineering through the Shared Research Operations unit.