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Chemistry & Biochemistry Department

Studying Chemistry & Biochemistry gives students first-hand experiences central to success in careers in medicine, pharmaceutical and high-tech industries, research, government, law, business, public affairs, and more.

We actively engage learners, make innovative discoveries, and develop 21st century leaders in the molecular sciences to meet society’s needs in diverse sectors including health, energy, and sustainability.

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The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree is accredited by the American Chemical Society.
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The Forensic Chemistry degree is accredited by the Forensic Sciences Education Programs Accreditation Commission.
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Patents created by chemistry faculty in the past seven years
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Ph.D.s awarded since 1959

Making Discoveries, from Nanomaterials to Drug Discovery

Our faculty and students pursue state-of-the-art research on 21st-century problems, including pandemics, energy, cancer, biotesting, rare earth molecules, and more.

Reflecting the breadth and depth of chemistry as the central science, research in the department spans cross-cutting themes and core clusters.

About Our Research

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Chemistry Student Experiences — Here and Abroad

Conduct ground-breaking research in faculty labs. Intern in a corporate medical laboratory. And more.

 

Careers with a Chemistry Degree

Our graduates are employed in environmental, pharmaceutical and other chemical sciences companies throughout the country. Jobs held by recent graduates include applications lab technician, attorney, associate chemist, auditor, chemist, research and discovery chemist, chemistry and physics teacher, criminalist, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, drug analyst, environmental engineer, pharmacist, physician, QA process chemist, and technology transfer manager.

A large number of graduates go on to take advanced degrees in all areas of chemistry and biochemistry.

Chemistry Careers & Internships

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Alumni Engagement & Giving Opportunities

Alumni involvement drives innovation and impact in the Chemistry Department for both students and faculty. Explore the areas of highest need for our department, including supporting students, experiential learning and capital and equipment support.

Chemistry Giving Opportunities

Dustin Starkey

Research: Plastic from Plants?

NSF grant helps Drs. Michael Held and Katherine Cimatu explore plant polymer scaffolding in search for fossil fuel replacements
NSF Grant Details

Research: What Happens When Einstein's Drunken Sailors Get Together?

In a new discovery about the rate of adsorption, the Chen group goes beyond Albert Einstein's 1905 drunken sailor random walk model of single molecule diffusion.
Adsorption Journal Article

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OHIO Mock Trial brings home outstanding attorney and witness awards

The team traveled to New York state for a regional competition, netting multiple awards.

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ASCENT Ecosystem supports, trains next generation of workforce – opens doors in southeast Ohio

Through the Appalachian Semiconductor Education and Technical (ASCENT) Ecosystem, OHIO is cultivating the next generation of skilled technical professionals for Ohio’s emerging semiconductor industry and regional advanced manufacturing.

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From crime scenes to campus connections: STEMstart kickstarts freshman success

Incoming science majors dive into STEMstart, a week-long, immersive experience that enhances their academic preparedness with hands-on learning and “a supportive community.”

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