Join the University of Utah Chemistry Department as we prepare ourselves for a night full of exploration and excitement. Announcing ... the 2026 rendition of Chemistry Night at the Natural History Museum. 🔗Learn more here or at the temp link in our bio: nhmu.utah.edu/events/chemi...

Join the University of Utah Chemistry Department as we recognize Debbie White, wife of chemistry educator Henry White, and the years of service she has dedicated to the department. Thank you, Debbie. We appreciate everything you do.

New year, new space. 🔬 Welcome to the refreshed HEB 2020 as the University of Utah Department of Chemistry prepares for an exciting 2026 academic year filled with exploration, innovation, and growth.

The University of Utah Department of Chemistry wants to recognize Professor Vahe Bandarian for his recent contribution to advancing the field of peptide therapeutics. 🔗 Learn more here: lnkd.in/p/gBmYU8Wr

Congratulations to Gabe Nagy and Aaron Puri, previously Assistant Professors, on their appointments as Associate Professors. We look forward to their continued contributions and success in these new roles.

Help the University of Utah Chemistry Department celebrate Professor Long Luo's promotion from Associate Professor to Professor. Learn more about Professor Long Luo here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/faculty/long...

We're excited to celebrate Prof. Long Luo's contribution to the April issue of ACS Electrochemistry. This recognition highlights the impactful research and innovation emerging from his group. Learn more here: pubs.acs.org/toc/aeclc7/c...

PJ Martin has received the 2026-2027 Graduate Research Fellowship Award. Congratulations, PJ!

In April this year, we held our semi-annual high-school chemistry teachers’ workshop in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Utah. The event brought together more than 60 high school chemistry teachers from across the region. Learn more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/history/spri...

Congratulations to one of our own graduate students, Seth Jackson, for winning the Garr Cutler Energy Prize of 2026-2027.

Please welcome Aaron Fleming, with the University of Utah Chemistry Department, as he transitions from Research Associate Professor to Assistant Professor, with specialty in Biological Chemistry.

Celebrate Ryan Moreira as he settles into his new role at University of Utah Chemistry Department as Assistant Professor, where his laboratory aims to uncover the structure–function relationships that govern the activity of peptide natural products.

Celebrating the Roberts Group! Their new paper on deaminative ring contraction was selected as an ACS Editors’ Choice—a standout recognition of their innovative synthetic strategy. Learn more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/research/rob...

Congratulations to University of Utah Chemistry faculty member Michael Grünwald for receiving the University of Utah Distinguished Teaching Award. Learn more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/history/mich...

On Wednesday, May 13, Professor Jeff Statler enjoyed delivering a 45-minute demonstration show for students from the American Heritage School—a private school visiting from American Fork. The students were very interactive and excited by all of the demonstrations.

Professor Gabe Nagy is named recipient 2026 ACS Division of Analytical Chemistry’s Arthur F. Findeis Award for achievements by a Young Analytical Scientist. Learn more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/research/gab...

David Hickey returned to the University of Utah’s Department of Chemistry, sharing new research at the forefront of molecular electrochemistry. Learn more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/alumni/semin...

Prof. Sarah Lefave becomes Chemistry Department assistant professor lecturer for the 2026 academic year. Learn more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/history/u-ch...

The University of Utah Department of Chemistry hosted Professor Hanadi Sleiman (second image, middle bottom row) of McGill University on March 19, 2026, as the 2026 Stang Burrows Sessler Lecturer. Learn more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/history/2026...

University of Utah Chemistry faculty never cease to impress. Congratulations to Distinguished Professor Matt Sigman who was recently elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences! Read more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/history/matt...

Luisa Whittaker-Brooks receives the RCSA Bridge Award. Read more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/awards/luisa...

Congratulations 2026 University of Utah Chemistry graduates!

Congratulations Connor and Kenny for the NSF recognition. Read more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/research/con...

Did you know the University of Utah Chemistry Department has state-of-the-art facilities? Read more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/history/chem...

University of Utah Chemistry Department hosted special guest alumni Kirk M. Ririe for an IBAC seminar. Read more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/alumni/speci...

The 2026 University of Utah Chemistry Department Awards Ceremony was held on April 15th and showcased the boundless talents of our undergraduate and graduate students, as well as staff and faculty. Read more here: www.chemistry.utah.edu/history/2025...

Thank you for all your support for the Department of Chemistry during the 2026 Giving Days!

Help us write a new story of student success in Chemistry! Give to the University of Utah Department of Chemistry here: donate.utah.edu/schools/Univ... ving-days-2026 /pages/Academics/department-of-chemistry?a= 12499447#about

Missed his first talk? Check out this presentation by Dr. Matt Sigman at ACS today at 11AM. Location: Georgia World Congress Center B213 #chemistry #chemsky #datachem #ACS #ACSspring2026

Running Up For Air recently held their Changemakers event, where U Chemistry professor Jessica Swanson spoke about her work on methane mitigation. Check out the full video: youtu.be/xwyE-9x1C0s?...

Jessica Swanson (Professor, UofU Chemistry) : Commercializing methane removal using natural bacteria

YouTube video by Running Up for Air

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