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Advanced Materials Characterization Services at Materials Metric

Materials Metric providing R&D support for product development

About Materials Metric

Measure. Analyze. Innovate.

Materials Metric delivers high-precision analytical testing, materials characterization, and scientific consulting to accelerate innovation across biomedical, pharmaceutical, materials science, aerospace, energy, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

We provide ISO 9001:2015–aligned data and expert interpretation spanning microscopy, spectroscopy, chemical analysis, biocompatibility, biofilm testing, computational modeling, tissue engineering, and custom method development.

Our multidisciplinary team works as a strategic partner helping clients solve complex challenges, optimize materials, and move confidently toward regulatory and commercial milestones.

MATERIAL ANALYSIS & TESTING SERVICES

Advanced Materials Characterization & Testing Services

Chemical & Analytical Testing

Biocompatibility & Toxicity Testing

Antimicrobial & Biofilm Efficacy Testing

Advanced Histology, Microscopy & Imaging Analysis

Computational Modeling, Simulation & Data Analysis

Tissue Engineering & Biomaterial Evaluation

Assay Development & Molecular Diagnostics

Custom Testing & Method Development

Regulatory and Scientific Consulting

Bioink & Smart Biomaterials Services

Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing

WHY PARTNER WITH MATERIALS METRIC

Expertise and Specialization

Materials Metric LLC offers deep expertise at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and materials science, supported by a multidisciplinary scientific team. This integrated approach enables the delivery of advanced, high-quality solutions across a broad spectrum of research and development services.

Advanced Analytical Capabilities

With access to state-of-the-art analytical tools and techniques, including SEM, AFM, TEM, EDX for characterization, and a wide range of spectroscopic and thermal analysis methods, Materials Metric provides comprehensive insights into material properties and behaviors.

Customized Research and Development

Unlike traditional contract research organizations that may focus on standardized testing, Materials Metric excels in delivering bespoke research services and custom solutions to complex problems, tailoring our approach to meet the specific needs of each client.

Academic and Industry Collaboration

Our strategic partnerships with leading academic institutions not only enhance our research capabilities but also facilitate a seamless transition of technologies from the laboratory to market, fostering innovation and ensuring that our clients have access to the latest advancements in materials science.

COMMITMENT TO CLIENT SUCCESS

At Materials Metric, we prioritize the success of our clients, offering flexible engagement models and considering all stages of product development, from conceptual evaluation to market readiness, with a keen focus on clinical use and regulatory pathways.

Founder & CEO – Rupak Dua, Ph.D.

Dr. Dua is a biomedical engineer and materials scientist with extensive experience in biomaterials, polymers, coatings, surface engineering, analytical testing, and tissue engineering.

Prior to founding Materials Metric, he was the Director of Polymers & Materials Division at the American Dental Association Science & Research Institute. He has led advanced R&D programs, secured over $1M in competitive federal research funding, and supported multiple NIH, DoD, and industry-sponsored projects. He has held faculty positions at Hampden-Sydney College and Hampton University and is currently an affiliate faculty member at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). At Materials Metric, he drives a science-first approach that ensures accuracy, clarity, and innovation in every study.

Know more about founder

Rupak Dua, Scientific & Materials Characterization Expert at Materials Metric

Rupak Dua, Ph.D.

Founder & CEO, Materials Metric | Ph.D., Biomedical Engineer | Materials Science Expert | Former Director, Polymer & Materials Research Division, ADA

Whether you are seeking advanced analytical testing, preclinical and bio-interface studies, regulatory and quality support, laboratory setup guidance, or scientific guidance, Materials Metric offers an integrated, end-to-end research infrastructure, your single, trusted destination for comprehensive analysis and scientific execution.

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MAILING ADDRESS:

701 E Franklin Street Suite 105 1301, Richmond, VA-23219

PHONE NUMBER

804-404-6414

EMAIL ADDRESS

info@materialsmetric.com

What Our clients says

Materials Metric played a critical role in evaluating our new drug formulation. Their chemical and analytical testing expertise helped us identify impurities early and refine our process with confidence. Truly a reliable partner for pharma R&D.

Director of Formulation Development, Pharmaceutical Company

Our team needed rapid validation of a new high-heat protective coating, and Materials Metric delivered exceptional insights. Their thermal, mechanical, and surface testing helped us optimize the formulation for extreme environments. Outstanding technical depth.

Senior Materials Engineer, Energy & Power Systems Manufacturer

Materials Metric helped us design and execute custom preclinical tests for our next-generation implant. Their scientific expertise, method development capabilities, and attention to regulatory expectations accelerated our entire development timeline.

VP of R&D, Medical Device Company

The high-resolution SEM and TEM analysis from Materials Metric gave us critical visibility into micro-defects and layer integrity in our semiconductor components. Their imaging clarity and scientific interpretation helped us solve a failure issue that other labs couldn’t identify.

Process Engineering Lead, Semiconductor & Electronics Company

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