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Chemistry Matters

In our department, award-winning teachers and researchers prepare the next generation of chemists and work alongside them to solve some of the world’s most pressing problems.

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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 big challenges. Learn more about our research areas and opportunities.

Faculty Highlight

Joshua Pierce: Creating Molecules to Fight Disease

Joshua Pierce, an associate professor of chemistry in the NC State College of Sciences, builds molecules through the science of synthetic chemistry that can be used to create new drugs to fight infectious diseases.

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Feb 27, 2019

2018-19 University Faculty Scholars Named

NC State’s 2018-19 class of University Faculty Scholars was announced today. These 20 early- and mid-career faculty receive this designation due to their significant academic achievements and contributions to NC State through their teaching, research and community engagement.

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Feb 1, 2019

Oliver-Hoyo Named Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Maria Oliver-Hoyo is a chemistry professor recognized as one of NC State’s top education innovators.

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Feb 14, 2019

NC State a Fulbright Leader — Again

NC State again makes the list of research universities with the most Fulbright U.S. Scholars.

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Jan 16, 2019

Researchers Create ‘Shortcut’ to Terpene Biosynthesis in E. coli

Researchers create a more efficient, customizable enzymatic pathway for producing terpenes – molecules useful in everything from cancer drugs to biofuels – in E. coli.

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