Uncover the hidden potential of porous materials, from the microscale intricacies of aerogels to the macro-scale applications in advanced engineering. This course explores the characterization, synthesis, and manipulation of these fascinating materials, and why they are critical in the fields of sustainable energy, advanced filtration, and biomedical engineering. Engage in hands-on laboratory experiments, including permeability testing and thermal insulation challenges, to understand the structure-property relationships that drive their performance. Discover how researchers pioneer innovations by addressing real-world problems in water purification. By the end of the course, you will engineer a solution utilizing the unique attributes of porous materials. This is your chance to explore a cutting-edge area of materials science and engineering with significant implications for the future.