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The Department of Chemistry is rooted in rigorous academics.
We also deeply value collaboration, innovation, and public engagement. As a result, our students and scholars find success at UConn and beyond, and use their skills to solve the world’s most pressing problems.
By the Numbers
240
Undergraduate Majors
140
Graduate Students
225
Lab sections taught per year
$3.7M
Annual research expenditures
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Undergraduates
Students can pursue a BA, BS, or minor in Chemistry.
Graduate Program
Our Department offers Ph.D. and master’s degree options.
Research
Our researchers uncover new insights through advanced equipment and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Faculty
Find contact information and specialties for our Department’s faculty and staff members.
News
- UConn Chem “Greatest Hits” 2024 – Faculty PublicationsPosted on February 14, 2025
- Dr. Kerry Gilmore Featured in UConn TodayPosted on April 8, 2024
- Meet New Head of Chemistry, Dr. Mark PeczuhPosted on March 20, 2024
- Dr. Jessica Rouge featured in UConn TodayPosted on March 14, 2024
- Tailoring Synthetic Polypeptide DesignPosted on March 6, 2024
Upcoming Events
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Feb
20
Graduate Student Seminar: Anne Mirich, UConn 2:00pm
Graduate Student Seminar: Anne Mirich, UConn
Thursday, February 20th, 2025
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Gant West Building
Graduate Student Seminar: Anne Mirich, UConn, Chemistry
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Feb
27
Chemistry Colloquium: Luyi Sun, UConn 2:00pm
Chemistry Colloquium: Luyi Sun, UConn
Thursday, February 27th, 2025
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Gant West Building
Chemistry Colloquium: Luyi Sun, UConn, Chemistry and Biomolecular Engineering
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Mar
5
Chemistry Colloquium: Viresh Rawal, University of Chicago 2:30pm
Chemistry Colloquium: Viresh Rawal, University of Chicago
Wednesday, March 5th, 2025
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Chemistry Building
Chemistry Colloquium: Viresh Rawal, University of Chicago
Host: Dr. Mark PeczuhContact Information:
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Mar
12
Chemistry Colloquium: Hao Sun, University of New Haven 2:30pm
Chemistry Colloquium: Hao Sun, University of New Haven
Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Chemistry Building
Chemistry Colloquium: Hao Sun, University of New Haven
Host: Dr. Alfredo Angeles-Boza & Dr. Jie He -
Apr
9
Chemistry Colloquium: Ishita Mukerji, Wesleyan University 2:30pm
Chemistry Colloquium: Ishita Mukerji, Wesleyan University
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Chemistry Building
Chemistry Colloquium: Ishita Mukerji, Wesleyan University
Host: Dr. Yao Lin