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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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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

Elon Ison: Making Chemical Reactions More Efficient

Elon Ison, Associate Professor of Chemistry in the NC State College of Sciences, designs catalysts that help scientists perform common chemical reactions more efficiently.

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Sep 17, 2018

Rocky Road: Nanocars Roll, Hop and Skid Across Surfaces

A nanocar’s rolling wheels can move the vehicle in a straight line in distances up to 16 times its body length.

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Aug 16, 2018

Chemist Smirnov Named Scott Distinguished Professor

The College of Sciences has named distinguished chemist Alex I. Smirnov as the Governor Robert W. Scott Distinguished Professor.

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Aug 27, 2018

Meet the New 2018-19 Sciences Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

This year, we’re welcoming eight new scientists with diverse backgrounds and research interests to our college.

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Aug 15, 2018

Four New Faculty Join The Department

Learn about four outstanding new research and teaching faculty that have joined our Department this year.

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