Research

Chemistry connects the physical sciences with life sciences and applied sciences. It is at the heart of solving a broad range of critical scientific problems in fields like energy, catalysis, drug design, and materials development and production.

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Graduate

Graduate students in Chemistry work closely with faculty to carry out cutting-edge research that advances current understanding and knowledge in a broad spectrum of chemical problems.

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Undergraduate

“The chemistry background you need; the flexibility you desire.” The department enables students to customize their academic background for the career they wish to pursue.

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Upcoming Events

Mar
27
2025
Seminar

Graduate Student Katrina Brandmier

"Understanding membrane protein topology to unlock cellular functions" Mutations and mis regulation of the vital membrane protein, Caveolin-1, has been linked to various disease states such as cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s. Caveolin-1...
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Apr
1
2025
Seminar

Professor Jean Chung of Colorado State University

"Lipid Membrane Structure in Catalysis and Reactivity" The cellular membrane not only defines the boundary of the cell, but also mediates the communication with the environment and organizes vital processes in space and time. In the...
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Apr
3
2025
Seminar

Graduate Student Christian Guzman

"Modifying the Photophysics of Heterocyclic Azo Dyes using Steric and Electronic Substitution" Worldwide population growth necessitates the development of renewable energy sources. A promising avenue is through the conversion of solar...
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