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At 亚色影库 we understand that not every university’s degree are created equal. We focus on student opportunities such as an integrated leadership minor, undergraduate research, internships, and guaranteed graduate school admissions to achieve a near 100 percent employment and graduate school placement rate.

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Chemistry and Biochemistry Programs

Biochemistry, BS

Chemistry, BS

Chemistry Education, Chemistry, BS

Pre-Medical, Chemistry, BS

Pre-Pharmacy, Chemistry, BS

Minors:

Chemistry Minor

Certified Degrees: The department undergoes a rigorous review by the American Chemical Society to have certified degrees offered, the gold standard for biochemistry and chemistry programs.

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Retired Chemistry Professor Varughese Wins Fifth National Pickleball Title

Retired Chemistry Professor Varughese Wins Fifth National Pickleball Title

Retired chemistry professor Pothen Varughese has turned his passion into five gold medals in National Senior Games men鈥檚 doubles pickleball. Combining his love of science, sport, and community, he helped build Indiana鈥檚 thriving pickleball scene and continues to inspire others to stay active, connected, and lifelong learners.

Student Spotlight: Parker Bradley Publishes in Inorganic Chemistry Communications

Student Spotlight: Parker Bradley Publishes in Inorganic Chemistry Communications

Undergraduate student Parker Bradley鈥檚 publication on antibacterial photoactive ruthenium complexes in the highly regarded journal Inorganic Chemistry Communications highlights his growing success as a young researcher.

Graduate Shares Insights on Securing Competitive REU Opportunities

Graduate Shares Insights on Securing Competitive REU Opportunities

Alumnus Greg Kenning Jr. 鈥24 returned to 亚色影库 to present 鈥淩EUs: What They Are and How to Get Them,鈥 sharing insights from his experiences in multiple NSF-funded research programs and offering practical advice for students interested in applying.

From 亚色影库 Physics to Aerospace Futures: The Journey of Danijel Babi膰

From 亚色影库 Physics to Aerospace Futures: The Journey of Danijel Babi膰

Danijel 鈥淒an鈥 Babi膰, a first-generation college student, has forged an inspiring path from 亚色影库 physics to aerospace studies in Barcelona, Spain.

Physics Club to Host First Meeting and Nanotechnology Seminar

Physics Club to Host First Meeting and Nanotechnology Seminar

Physics Club is back! Join the 亚色影库 Physics Club for its first meeting on September 17 (7:00 p.m., Kopch 457) and the 鈥淣ano Talk鈥 seminar on September 19 (11:20 a.m., Kopch 102).

Zhou Leads Special Issue on Nanomaterials for Sensing

Zhou Leads Special Issue on Nanomaterials for Sensing

Andrew Zhou is guest editor of a special issue of the international journal Molecules on novel nanomaterials for sensing, showcasing interdisciplinary research that advances chemical, biological, and environmental sensor technologies.

CBP Students Spend Summer Break Pushing Boundaries in Research and Technology

CBP Students Spend Summer Break Pushing Boundaries in Research and Technology

A broad range of research opportunities is available to Madia Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics students, from national laboratories and medical research centers to academic conferences and industry-level training programs. Collectively, their accomplishments underscore the department鈥檚 commitment to preparing undergraduates for graduate study, professional careers, and meaningful contributions to science and society.

Maicaneanu Publishes Trio of Research Papers

Maicaneanu Publishes Trio of Research Papers

Sanda Andrada Maicaneanu recently published three collaborative research papers exploring the environmental and electrochemical applications of natural materials like clays and zeolites, advancing sustainable solutions in water treatment and sensing technologies.

Advanced Chemistry Lab Analyzes Students鈥 Blood for Toxins

Advanced Chemistry Lab Analyzes Students鈥 Blood for Toxins

Students in an advanced chemistry lab experienced a unique opportunity to sample and analyze their own blood for numerous persistent organic pollutants (POPs). The results, while surprising to the students, are more common than most realize.

57th Annual Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics Academic Achievement Awards

57th Annual Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics Academic Achievement Awards

On Friday, April 25, the Madia Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics hosted the fifty-seventh annual Academic Achievement Awards ceremony in Kopchick Hall.