Welcome to the Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University. We have an international reputation for excellence in research across a broad array of disciplines, including analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, materials and physical chemistry. Ph.D. graduates receive world-class training, participate in cutting-edge (and often interdisciplinary) research projects, and are employed at all levels of academia and industry around the globe. The faculty also enjoy an award-winning reputation for teaching excellence. Undergraduate students benefit both from access to this classroom expertise and from a long tradition of substantive undergraduate participation in research. The Department’s research efforts are supported by a state-of-the-art Analytical Resources Core that provides 24/7 student access to shared instrumentation.
Chemistry is a central science, driven by its most central resource: people. Our department is a community of scientists, students, professionals, and stakeholders that celebrates all identities. We value each of our perspectives, and we strive to foster an inclusive and respectful space for everyone. To create and sustain such an environment, we commit to inclusive excellence, and holding ourselves and each other accountable to CSU’s Principles of Community, as we shape and strengthen Colorado State University’s teaching, research, service, and engagement missions.
TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION IN CHEMISTRY
The Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University, located in Fort Collins, CO, seeks to hire at least one tenure-track faculty member. While exceptional candidates in all areas of chemistry are encouraged to apply, we are especially interested in two areas: experimental physical chemistry with teaching interests in inorganic chemistry, and analytical chemistry with teaching interests in bioanalytical chemistry.
APPLY TO BECOME A GRADUATE STUDENT
The Department of Chemistry is now accepting applications for the Fall 2023 school year!
NEWS SPOTLIGHT
2026 Global Women’s Breakfast
The annual Global Women’s Breakfast at Colorado State University took place on Tuesday, February 10, uniting a diverse group of faculty, graduate students, and staff to celebrate the accomplishments of women and
Academic Advisor Briana Walls Joins the Chemistry Department
The Department of Chemistry welcomes our new Academic Advisor, Briana Walls. Briana has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Edgewood College and her Master of Arts in Leadership, with an
Professor Yuyang Dong Awarded a Lilly Research Award
Professor Yuyang Dong was awarded a Lilly Research Award! The award provides scientists who are working on basic and applied research projects with an avenue to partner with global external researchers to
2025 Graduate Student Showcase
On November 19, Colorado State University graduate students shared innovative research, creative artistry and entrepreneurial projects while competing for $24,300 in scholarships at the tenth annual Grad Show. The event connected 295 presenters from
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Professor Anthony K. Rappé Retires
After over 44 years of research and dedicated service in the Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University, Professor Anthony K. Rappé is retiring.
Eugene Chen elected as Fellow to National Academy of Inventors
University Distinguished Professor Eugene Chen has been elected as a fellow to the National Academy of Inventors in 2025 – one of the highest professional honors a faculty member can receive.
Study demonstrates how frequent wildfires and heat intensify air quality issues in megacities
Air quality in America’s largest cities has steadily improved thanks to tighter regulations on key sources of particulate pollution. However, increased heat, wildfire smoke and other emerging global drivers of urban aerosol pollution are now combining to create a new set of challenges for public health officials tasked with protecting millions of people on the East Coast.
Corpse flower bloom provides rare opportunity for chemistry researchers to study floral emissions
A rare bloom cycle for a corpse flower housed at Colorado State University in May 2024 gave researchers here a chance to study the plant’s unique pollination process and infamous “rotting flesh” smell.
