Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Agents Facet
3. People (hierarchy name)
4. people (agents)
5. [people by occupation]
6. [people in science-related occupations]
7. scientists

Narrower term/s

• metallurgists

Anotations

Scope note:

Scientists specializing in the study of the characteristics and use of materials, such as metal, ceramic, glass, polymers, and composite materials; includes those developing new materials with specific properties to suit specific contexts or functions.