ºÚÁÏÍø’s chemistry program is distinctive for undergraduates because they have an opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research directly with their professors.
Curricular Research
All chemistry and biochemistry majors conduct a full academic year of original research during their senior year. They do so in collaboration with one or more faculty members.
Typically, students join an ongoing research project with a faculty member in the department. Faculty research interests are outlined below on this page.
Summer Research
Each summer, a number of students remain on campus to conduct research in collaboration with chemistry department faculty members. Projects typically originate with the faculty — who may propose topics and seek student collaborators — or occasionally with students, who may propose projects to execute under the guidance of a supervising faculty member. The possibilities, therefore, are limitless.
Faculty Specialties
Students who wish to be involved in chemistry research at ºÚÁÏÍø should contact one of the faculty members listed below to inquire about opportunities to contribute to their research. Professors may also be willing to advise and mentor a student with an independent research interest.