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October 29, 2026

Researchers Create Light-Activated Cages for ‘Protein Killer’ Molecules

Researchers have created a molecular “cage” that keeps protein-degrading drug molecules inactive until they are exposed to low-energy red light.
Ishmam Mohtashim and Sabre Kais

July 17, 2026

Quantum Walks Accelerate Understanding of Protein Function

Quantum walks identify critical protein residues, facilitating advanced drug discovery and protein engineering for medicine.
A spotlight of Cassidy Oliverio

July 07, 2026

Global One Health Fellow Spotlight – Cassidy Oliverio

Learn more about Cassidy Oliverio and how the Global One Health Fellowship helped support her important research on the development of genetically encoded biosensors.
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June 30, 2026

William A. Withers Endowment: Shaping Chemistry’s Next Generation

Alumna Mary W. Richardson’s planned gift honored her father William A. Withers’ work in the Department of Chemistry. Years later, their legacy is still shaping the next generation of scientists.
NC State Spinout Company Acquired by Waters Biosciences

June 19, 2026

NC State Spinout Company Acquired by Waters Biosciences

NIRvana Sciences, a research-based startup with origins in the lab of professor Jonathan Lindsey, was acquired by the global leading life sciences company in 2025.
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June 09, 2026

A Celebration of the Class of Spring 2026

The Department of Chemistry celebrated the Class of Spring 2026 on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Who We Are

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Undergraduate

Our two undergraduate programs prepare graduates for successful careers in industry or academia.

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Graduate students in our department have access to an excellent education with extraordinary opportunities.

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Our department is a place where the best and brightest minds come together to learn, building the foundation for bright futures.

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Research That Matters

In our department, everyone from faculty to undergraduates works together on research projects that tackle the world’s biggest challenges. Learn more about our research areas and opportunities.

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Solving Real World Problems

Are you interested in learning more about our exciting research on breakthrough materials that can transform industries, enhance society and promote a cleaner environment?

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Oct 30

Friday1:00 PM

Analytical Chemistry Seminar Series: Mahtab Heyrani – NC State University
Oct 30

Friday3:30 PM

Chemistry Colloquium Seminar Series: Selvan Demir – Michigan State University
Nov 02

Monday3:30 PM

Organic Chemistry Seminar Series: Yasunori Okamoto – Institute for Molecular Science (Japan)

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