21st Century Design & Manufacturing
Our Expertise
The Center for Composite Materials is an internationally recognized Center of Excellence for interdisciplinary research, education, and technology transfer in the areas of materials and synthesis, multifunctional materials, processing science, mechanics and design, sensing and control, and simulation.
Shape the Future of Composites
SPARC connects industrial partners from small, medium, and large companies with CCM’s multidisciplinary research teams to solve real-world challenges in composite materials, while promoting commercialization, entrepreneurship, and workforce development.
The Next Generation of Composites
Education & Training
At CCM, we are dedicated to equipping students for successful careers in academia, industry, and government. Our students have the opportunity to collaborate with visiting peers, faculty, and researchers from diverse disciplines, both nationally and internationally. We believe that nurturing proactive engineers is best accomplished through an immersive, hands-on learning experience where research is integral to their education and students can tackle real-world issues.
Latest News
McBride Visits CCM Research and Education Programs
The UD Center For Composite Materials was honored to welcome Sarah McBride for a visit to learn more about our research and education programs.
Upcoming Events
Apr
27-30
2026
SAMPE
Make sure you don’t miss out on your opportunity to learn, network, and get an up-close look at the trends and technologies transforming the industry.
April 27, 2026 – April 30, 2026
Seattle, WA
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May
1
2026
Jun
21-25
2026
22nd European Conference on Composite Materials (ECCM)
June 21, 2026 – June 25, 2026
Oslo, Norway
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