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Welcome to the Department of Chemistry at the University of Colorado Boulder!
We’re proud to be a vibrant, research-driven department dedicated to exploring the fundamental nature of matter and energy. Our faculty, students, and staff are engaged in groundbreaking work across a wide range of fields—from analytical, organic, and physical chemistry to materials and nanoscience. Nationally recognized and consistently ranked among the top programs in the country, our department is home to award-winning researchers, innovative educators, and a collaborative spirit that drives discovery.
Whether you're a prospective student, a fellow scientist, or simply curious about chemistry, we invite you to explore what makes CU Boulder Chemistry such a dynamic and welcoming community. From state-of-the-art research facilities and hands-on undergraduate experiences to interdisciplinary graduate programs and partnerships with leading institutes like JILA, CIRES, and LASP, we’re committed to advancing science and training the next generation of chemists.
We’re excited to share our work and our passion with you—welcome!
Department News
Events & Seminars
Department Research Highlights
Student Awards
Toji Fellowship 2025 Awardees:
- Lukas Ciesielski
- Alexis Heine
- Megan Morris
- Kylie Short
- Luke Silverman
- Aashi Solanki
- Noah Song
- Whitney Thong
- Ella Todd
- Kaitlyn Wynes
- Zayne Yeager
Henry Cardwell won a NASA FINESST Grant in 2024.
Hanalei Lewine received the 2024 American Association for Aerosol Research Student Platform Presentation Award
Bri Dobson was awarded a Department of Energy Office of Science Graduate Student Research Fellowship for 2024.
Hanalei Lewine was awarded a NASA FINESST fellowship.