Chemistry
A rigorous and practical discipline for curious, scientifically inclined students.
The field of chemistry has a broad reach, interacting with phenomena throughout the biological and physical sciences.
Here, you can embrace this diversity and explore the areas of chemistry that suit your passions and interests, such as organic, inorganic, analytical, physical, biological chemistry, and more.
As a renowned research university, UMass Amherst also offers vast opportunities for research as early as your first year. You can work with our dedicated faculty in areas including analytical chemistry, chemical education, energy, nanomaterials, organic chemistry, and more.
Our location in Massachusetts also allows for fruitful partnerships with prominent global corporations and other esteemed universities for collaborative research and hands-on experiences.
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Michael Barnes
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Micheal Barnes is a graduate program director and a professor in the Department of Chemistry.
In the news
Liver-Targeting drug Reverses Obesity, Lowers Cholesterol in mice.
Nanogel delivery system developed at UMass Amherst allowed obese mice to return to normal weight, even as they continued their high-fat diet.
Nine UMass Amherst Faculty Members Receive NSF Career Awards in 2022-23 Academic year
Nine faculty members across the UMass Amherst campus have been named the recipients of National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER awards.
CNS Researchers Highlighted in Research.com's 2023 Lists of Top Scientists
Five College of Natural Sciences (CNS) faculty members have been named among the top 100 researchers and academics in their fields.