School of Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences

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Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025, 11:55 AM

Weekly Seminar

The School hosts weekly seminars from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm in Neckers 240 unless otherwise noted. These seminars feature speakers from universities throughout the United States and beyond describing the latest advances in their fields.  

4/18/25 Prof. Jayaraman Sivaguru (Bowling Green State University), “Strategies for Accessing Novel Excited State Reactivity in Molecules and Materials"

Chemistry is the science of transformation—where the smallest atomic-level details can lead to world-changing discoveries. It is an excellent foundation for any scientific, professional or business career. 

The School of Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences develops an understanding that can catapult careers in science, academia, medicine, law, forensic science and renewable energy, among others. The Biochemistry and Chemistry students share common Foundation courses and also enjoy individualized advisement from a faculty member, as well as opportunities for unique undergraduate research experiences. A student can easily find a matching research interest among the faculty covering expertise in all major areas of Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Undergraduate Programs

We offer bachelor degrees in:

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Graduate Programs

We offer master's and doctorate degrees in:

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Giving

Our alumni, friends and supporters are the foundation for the future of the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences. Through the generosity of donors like yourselves we are able to provide a truly vibrant and rewarding educational experience to all the students

Program Highlights

  • Hall of Fame News

    The Alumni Hall of Fame are alumni who have been identified by their peers and by the faculty of the Department as having demonstrated exceptional accomplishments in their chosen career.

  • Research Opportunities

    The most exciting facet of a science like chemistry is the opportunity to work at the frontiers of knowledge. Our majors are encouraged to participate in the research programs of the faculty.

Congratulations

  • Dr. Sean Moran

    on being promoted to Associate Professor with tenure.

  • Dr. Mary Kinsel

    on winning the Non-Tenure Track Teaching Excellence Awards at both the college (CALPS) and university levels in 2024.

    External Grants since 7/1/2024.

  • Dr. Boyd Goodson

    on receiving two NIH awards in collaboration with Dr. Eduard Chekmenev of Wayne State University.

  • Dr. Senetta Bancroft

    on receiving an NSF award for "Developing a Measure of Diverse Student Perceptions and Valuation of Flipped Instruction in Chemistry"

  • Dr. Divya Prakash

    on receiving a DOE-ARPA grant in collaboration with Dr. Satya Harpalani (SIU Engineering) and Dr. Shimin Liu of Penn State University.

  • Dr. Gary Kinsel

    on receiving an INDR award: SIUC Public Service Chemistry Internship.