KU Chemistry
KU Chemistry provides cutting-edge education and research opportunities. Diversity in our research and a strong culture of collegial interaction among the faculty, staff and students has always set us apart. We put a strong premium on interdisciplinary research and the vast majority of our faculty have research collaborations that involve other departments at KU, around the country and abroad.
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Associate Professor James Blakemore named January 2025 Sutton Family Research Impact Award recipient
The Department of Chemistry congratulates Associate Professor James Blakemore on receiving the January 2025 Sutton Family Research Impact Award!
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Associate Professor James Blakemore named January 2025 Sutton Family Research Impact Award recipient
The Department of Chemistry congratulates Associate Professor James Blakemore on receiving the January 2025 Sutton Family Research Impact Award! ...
Distinguished Professor Sue Lunte named December 2024 Sutton Family Research Impact Award recipient
Research Sheds New Light on a Key Ovarian Cancer Biomarker
Early detection is essential for improving ovarian cancer outcomes. When caught at stage 1, ovarian cancer survival rates can exceed 90%. Yet most cases are found after the cancer has spread, dropping survival rates to 35%. ...
Chemistry Department Brings Families Together at Carnival of Chemistry
On November 24th, the Chemistry Department at KU hosted the annual Carnival of Chemistry, a free, family-friendly afternoon of science experiments and demonstrations for children of all ages. This annual tradition, which always takes place the Sunday before Thanksgiving, has brought in thousands of children throughout the years to introduce...
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The Department's research programs and faculty place KU Chemistry at the leading edge of scientific research in a broad range of areas, including bioanalytical chemistry, nanoscience, spectroscopy, and more.
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Award-Winning Faculty
Our highly recognized faculty consists of 29 active faculty, including five distinguished professors. Our faculty members' research is concentrated in a broad range of areas, from bioanalytical chemistry to computational chemistry.
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The Department of Chemistry offers two curriculum degree plans, an American Chemical Society certified BS and also a BA. Ranked in the Top 50 U.S. Graduate Programs for Public Schools, our graduate program offers a Chemistry Ph.D. and MS.
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