This volume presents cutting-edge research in materials science from a 2019 international conference. The 8th International Conference on Materials Science (ICMS 2019) convened in Ulan-Ude, Russia, to discuss advancements in the field. The papers collected here focus on the structures, properties, and applications of novel materials, alongside the characterization techniques used to study them. This collection offers insights into the latest developments and methodologies in materials science.

This collection of research papers from ICMS 2019 is likely to be of interest to specialists in materials science and related engineering fields. The focus on structures, properties, applications, and characterization techniques suggests a technical and in-depth exploration of recent advancements. As a compilation of conference proceedings, it serves as a snapshot of current research directions and findings within the materials science community.