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Chemistry Matters

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

Spring 2026 Chemistry Graduation Ceremony

Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Location: Dabney 222
Commencement Speaker:
Bill Trent ’81

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Follow the chemistry graduation ceremony in real time.

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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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Research in Sombers Lab, NC State Chemistry

Solving Real World Problems

Are you interested in knowing more about how our biomaterials science, biotechnology, and bioanalytical chemistry research solves real-world problems?

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The Xiao lab members in the computer lab attending a presentation