Is condensed physics the same as materials engineering?

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Condensed physics and materials engineering are related fields but serve distinct purposes. Condensed physics focuses on understanding the origins of material properties, while materials engineering applies this knowledge to develop practical tools and applications. The overlap between the two disciplines is evident, particularly in research settings where condensed physics post-doctoral researchers collaborate with materials science and engineering groups.

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Or does it depend on which area of condensed physics one is specializing in?
 
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There is overlap, to be sure. We have occasionally had a condensed physics post-doc in my materials science and engineering group. But the classic science/engineering distinction applies: In condensed physics one is usually interested in the origins of material properties; in materials engineering, one is usually trying to exploit these properties to make useful tools.
 

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