Introduction to Chemistry
Chemistry is the scientific discipline involved with elements and compounds composed of atoms, molecules and ions: their composition, structure, properties, behavior and the changes they undergo during a reaction with other substances.
Main Topics in Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
The study of the structure, properties, composition, reactions, and preparation of carbon-containing compounds.
Key Topics:
- Functional Groups and Reactions
- Stereochemistry
- Synthesis and Analysis
- Biological Applications
Inorganic Chemistry
The study of the synthesis and behavior of inorganic and organometallic compounds.
Key Topics:
- Coordination Chemistry
- Main Group Element Chemistry
- Transition Metal Chemistry
- Solid-state Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry
The study of the separation, identification, and quantification of the chemical components of natural and artificial materials.
Key Topics:
- Spectroscopy and Spectrometry
- Chromatography
- Electroanalytical Methods
- Chemical Instrumentation
Physical Chemistry
The study of macroscopic, atomic, subatomic, and particulate phenomena in chemical systems.
Key Topics:
- Thermodynamics
- Quantum Chemistry
- Kinetics and Dynamics
- Surface Chemistry
Our Chemistry Faculty
Dr. Emily Johnson
Professor of Pure Mathematics
Dr. Johnson specializes in algebraic topology and has published numerous papers on homology theory. She received her PhD from MIT and has been teaching at our institution for 8 years.
Dr. Michael Chen
Associate Professor of Applied Mathematics
Dr. Chen focuses on numerical methods for partial differential equations with applications in fluid dynamics. He has extensive industry experience and collaborates with engineering departments on interdisciplinary research.
Dr. Sarah Williams
Assistant Professor of Statistics
Dr. Williams specializes in statistical learning theory and data science. Her research bridges theoretical statistics with real-world applications in economics and social sciences.
Our Chemistry Laboratories
Organic Chemistry Laboratory
A specialized lab for organic synthesis and analysis.
Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
A cutting-edge laboratory for chemical analysis and instrumentation.
Chemistry Courses
Organic Chemistry
CHEM-301A comprehensive study of carbon compounds, their properties, and reactions.
Biochemistry
CHEM-405The study of chemical processes within and relating to living organisms.
Analytical Chemistry
CHEM-310Methods for separating, identifying, and quantifying matter.
Applications of Chemistry
Chemistry plays a vital role in many aspects of modern life and industry.
Pharmaceutical Development and Drug Discovery
Materials Science and Engineering
Environmental Monitoring and Remediation
Food Science and Agriculture