David C. Dunand

David C. Dunand is a James and Margie Krebs Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern University. He is a TMS Fellow and ASM International Fellow, recognized for his work in physical and mechanical metallurgy of multiphase metallic materials, with a focus on additive manufacturing, green manufacturing, and synchrotron X-ray radiation for in-situ strain and phase analysis.

• Ph.D., Metallurgy, MIT
• B.S. and M.S., Materials Engineering, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology

His research spans metallic alloys, composites, and foams, particularly studying mechanical properties in relation to microstructure. Recent projects include $500,000 DOE funding for industrial emissions reduction and educational video games like Aluminoid and Oxide Blaster to teach metallurgy concepts. He co-founded NanoAI, LLC (acquired by Braidy Industries) and served as Co-Director of ISEN from 2008–2015.

His group has published extensively on Al-Ce-Ni-Mn-Sc-Zr alloys, CoCrFeNi microlattices, and Fe-Ni extraterrestrial structures. Collaborations include institutions like MIT, Paul Scherrer Institut, and Universities in Switzerland and Thailand. The lab operates a SISMA MYSINT 100 laser powder bed fusion system.

• TMS Fellow (2012)
• ASM International Fellow (2007)
• Department Teacher of the Year (1998)
• Structural Materials Division Distinguished Scientist/Engineering Award (2008)
• James and Margie Krebs Professorship (2005–2016)

His former students now hold positions at institutions including MIT, Boeing, Blue Origin, and Marquette University. His lab has produced over 15 recent publications in 2024 alone, focusing on additive manufacturing, high-temperature alloys, and microstructure-property relationships.