Chemistry & Materials Science

Chemistry & Materials Science

Description:
This category centers around understanding chemical processes, designing novel materials, and discovering compounds with specialized properties. It integrates analytical techniques, synthesis, molecular modeling, and thermodynamics. Students may explore chemical reactions, nanomaterials, superconductors, catalysis, smart materials, or the chemistry of energy storage and conversion.

Expanded Research Opportunities:

Synthesizing biodegradable materials for use in medical implants or packaging

Modeling chemical reactions through computational chemistry to predict reaction efficiency

Designing stimuli-responsive hydrogels for controlled drug release

Exploring metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for gas storage or filtration

Studying photochemical processes for solar fuel generation