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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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Apr 15, 2019

2018-19 University Teaching Awards Presented

NC State honored more than 30 faculty for their commitment to educational excellence at the 2018-19 University Teaching Awards Ceremony on April 11.

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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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Apr 12, 2019

Sciences Faculty, Student, Staff Receive University Honors

Nine members of the College of Sciences community were recently recognized by NC State with 2018-19 awards.

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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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